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# Embedded Software Engineer

- **Company:** Ursa Major
- **Location:** Boulder, CO, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $125,000.0 - $155,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Communications Protocols, Computer Programming, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Linux, Embedded C, Embedded Software, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware Description Language, Hardware Design, Hardware Interface Design, Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, Python (Programming Language), LabVIEW, MATLAB, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Tools, Scripting, Fpga Hardware, Git, Information Technology, Software Version Control
- **Published:** October 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/16_85866e982

## About the Role

As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer at Ursa Major, you will design, develop, and maintain the software powering our engines, vehicles, and avionics systems. You will be part of a small, high-impact team building flight software at the cutting edge of reliability, safety, and performance. This role requires a detail-oriented, self-driven engineer who thrives on solving complex problems and advancing the state of the art in aerospace., * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or related field

 * 4+ years of professional experience in embedded C/C++ development for ARM, SoC, or FPGA softcore platforms
 * Hands-on experience with hardware interface programming (timers, interrupts, communication protocols, ADCs, etc.)
 * Proficiency reading schematics and debugging with hardware tools (e.g., oscilloscopes, logic analyzers)
 * Experience using version control systems such as Git
 * Ability to work effectively in both independent and collaborative settings, managing multiple priorities

Desirable Experience:

 * Experience with software development standards such as RTCA DO-178
 * Familiarity with Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW, and/or other scripting languages
 * Exposure to continuous integration, automated build/test, and hardware-in-the-loop systems
 * Understanding of FPGA development and HDL
 * Experience with RTOS and/or Linux-based embedded systems
 * Familiarity with controls engineering (sensors, actuators, and motors)

## Description

* Design, develop, test, and maintain embedded software for avionics throughout the product lifecycle
 * Develop and maintain ground support software tools and systems
 * Collaborate cross-functionally to define and deliver new software features
 * Document designs, code, and procedures to ensure maintainability and compliance
 * Debug, optimize, and support software and hardware integration efforts