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# Embedded Software Engineer

- **Company:** Spire
- **Location:** Glasgow, United Kingdom
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Bash Shell, Ubuntu (Operating System), Static Program Analysis, Software Debugging, Embedded C, Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, FreeRTOS, Python (Programming Language), Real-Time Operating Systems, Scripting, Git, Information Technology, Software Coding, Software Version Control
- **Published:** November 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.space-careers.com/job_display/298927/Senior_Embedded_Software_Engineer_Spire_Glasgow_United_Kingdom

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
 * Mastery of Embedded C programming language
 * Proficiency with scripting languages like Python and Bash
 * Extensive experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS), specifically FreeRTOS
 * Familiarity with serial protocols and implementations
 * Strong problem-solving skills, particularly in debugging embedded systems
 * Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git)
 * Experience developing on Linux (Ubuntu)
 * A base level of mathematical knowledge (engineering mathematic or similar)
 * Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Preferred Skills:

 * Experience with space systems or satellite technology
 * Familiarity working to coding standards and using static analysis tools
 * Experience writing Rust for resource constrained environments (embedded Linux)
 * Experience with embedded Linux
 * Knowledge of control systems and algorithms

## Description

We are seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to join our Platform team supporting Spacecraft Operations. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting other disciplines by focusing on the embedded software aspects of our satellite systems. The Platform team interfaces directly with many engineering groups to conduct R&D, design, manufacturing, and operations activities, ultimately ensuring all current and future spacecraft systems satisfy their mission.

Ideal candidates will embrace the commercialization of nanosatellite systems and adapt to low-cost, fast-paced systems design, development, and implementation methodologies that set Spire apart from our competition. In this fast-paced environment, the design to launch cycle is measured in weeks and months, not years!, * Design, implement and test, deploy and maintain embedded firmware

 * Collaborate with other engineering functions on scoping, architecture and system design
 * Resolve on-orbit and on-ground issues related to embedded systems
 * Implement, optimize and maintain various serial protocols
 * Design and develop interface tools to improve abstraction between the embedded system and other satellite components
 * Debug and resolve complex embedded systems issues in a timely manner
 * Write and maintain technical documentation