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# Principal Flight Software Engineer

- **Company:** Evona, Inc.
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), UClibc (C Standard Library), C++ (Programming Language), Software Quality, Communications Protocols, Software Debugging, Device Drivers, Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Hardware Design, Python (Programming Language), Linux Kernel, Network Interface, Software Engineering, Subsystems, TCP/IP, Yocto
- **Published:** November 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/28_25303_f537425e912cf21a7311871fbc9cde33

## About the Role

* 8+ years of software engineering experience, with strong embedded Linux expertise.
 * Hands-on Linux kernel, device driver, and networking experience.
 * Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, UDP, and communication protocols.
 * Experience with Yocto or Buildroot and embedded debugging tools.
 * Proven technical leadership and cross-functional collaboration.

Experience in aerospace, satellite systems, telecommunications, or defense technology would be advantageous.

Interested in shaping the software behind advanced satellite systems?

## Description

* Lead embedded Linux development, including kernel drivers, BSP bring-up, and hardware integration.
 * Architect satellite networking subsystems, communication protocols, and network interfaces.
 * Develop reliable embedded software using C, C++, and Python.
 * Drive technical decisions, code quality, and engineering best practices.
 * Mentor engineers and lead complex software projects from concept to delivery.