Senior Embedded Software Engineer I

CesiumAstro
München, Germany
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Testing (Software) Bug Tracking Systems C++ (Programming Language) Code Review Computer Programming Computer Engineering Datasheets Software Debugging Linux Embedded Software Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) Design of User Interfaces
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Hardware Design Network Protocols Real-Time Operating Systems Software Configuration Management Software Engineering Software Project Management Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Subsystems Multithreading PIC Microcontroller Real Time Systems Information Technology Free and Open-Source Software Api Design Software Coding

Job description

  • Design and implement software for embedded devices and systems, from requirements to production and commercial deployment
  • Design, develop, code, test, debug and document system software
  • Review code and system designs
  • Analyze code for efficiency, stability and scalability
  • Integrate and validate new product designs
  • Support software quality assurance and optimize I/O performance
  • Provide post-production/in-orbit customer support
  • Interface with hardware design and development engineers
  • Assess third party and open-source software

Requirements

Do you have experience in Software testing?, Do you have a Master’s degree?, At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.

In this position, you will be responsible for low-level and high-level software in CesiumAstro’s products through all phases of the development process. Key projects will include Linux-based single-board computers and high-reliability microcontroller systems. Cesium’s goal is to create an out-of-the-box hardware and software experience which enhances our customers’ ability to rapidly integrate our products into their systems.

As a CesiumAstro software team member, you will be responsible for software designs from concept through production, including product roadmaps, block diagrams, detailed design and coding, analysis, test, qualification, and in-orbit support. The ideal candidate will have development experience at nearly every level of the software stack, including microcontrollers, low-level drivers, board support packages (BSP), end-use applications, and user interfaces. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have experience in software testing and high-reliability qualification, as well as software engineering and software project management practices.

The successful candidate will present engineering design review materials to our customers and executive team, as well as participate in proposal-writing efforts. As such, excellent written and verbal communication skills are required., * Bachelor of Science (BS) or Master of Science (MS) degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering

  • Minimum of 5 years of industry experience in software development.
  • Experience in hands-on development and troubleshooting of embedded hardware. API design for interfacing with FPGAs.
  • Experience with products for aerospace applications
  • Programming experience in C or C++
  • Experience in embedded systems design with preemptive, multitasking real-time operating systems (experience with real-time Linux is desirable)
  • Familiarity with software configuration management tools, defect tracking tools, and peer review
  • Excellent knowledge of real-time system coding techniques, IP protocols, interfaces, and hardware subsystems
  • Excellent understanding of multi-threaded applications and resource management
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, * Adequate knowledge of reading electronics schematics and component data sheets
  • Experience with ARM processors and fully-featured microcontrollers
  • Experience in design and development of a Software Development Kit (SDK)

Benefits & conditions

  • The opportunity to help establish CesiumAstro’s first European office and grow our Munich team.
  • High-impact role with direct exposure to leading EU space programs.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.
  • A collaborative, innovative environment shaping the future of space communications.

CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. Please be aware that many roles will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including new starter’s nationality, any previous or dual nationalities held, place of birth and country of residence may limit those roles that you can perform for the organization. Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members not through our approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.

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