Senior Embedded Software Engineer
About The Position
The Senior Embedded Software Engineer on Varda’s Flight Software team determines how spacecraft operate in orbit and develops reliable software to support that operation. The role covers all phases of development, from requirements capture through testing and flight operational support. The engineer develops firmware for spacecraft, satellite buses, and reentry capsules; owns software design, testing, and integration; and builds reliable embedded software systems using C++ and bare-metal, RTOS, or Linux-based approaches. The position is on-site in El Segundo, California. The salary range is $169,067–$216,031 per year. The role is eligible for incentives in the form of stock options and/or long-term cash awards. Because employees have access to export-controlled items, applicants must meet the stated U.S. person requirement.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, mathematics, physics, engineering, or equivalent technical experience in safety-critical software.
- At least 5 years of experience developing spacecraft or similar safety-critical software.
- Experience developing and testing real-time embedded hardware/software systems.
- Experience developing in C++ and a strong understanding of C++ language concepts.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with safety-critical software, especially for aerospace applications.
- Experience with additional programming languages such as Python or Rust.
- Strong understanding of computer architecture, operating systems, data structures, and computer networking.
Responsibilities
- Develop reliable firmware that controls spacecraft, satellite bus, and reentry capsule operation throughout the mission.
- Own all aspects of software development, including design, testing, and integration.
- Scope projects, capture requirements, and conduct initial design trades for open-ended problems.
- Write quality, structured bare-metal, RTOS-based, or Linux-based software for embedded processors in C++.
- Build highly reliable and available software systems.
- Ensure system quality and performance through software testing, verification, and validation (V&V).
Benefits
- Eligible for incentives in the form of stock options and/or long-term cash awards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
