We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Principal Software Engineer to join our innovative team.
This role is critical for developing the software components that drive our state-of-the-art satellite communication and processing systems.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development for embedded systems and experience in digital communication and IP routing.
As a Principal Software Engineer, you will lead the design, development, and implementation of advanced software solutions, collaborating with our multidisciplinary team to ensure the deployment of cutting-edge, reliable, and efficient spaceflight systems.
What you will be doing
Lead the design, development, and optimization of software for satellite communication and signal processing systems.
Define software architecture and system design to meet project requirements and performance standards.
Collaborate with system engineers and other team members to integrate software components with hardware and communication systems.
Perform code reviews, provide technical guidance, and mentor junior software engineers.
Conduct comprehensive testing, validation, and verification of software to ensure high reliability and performance in space environments.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex software issues in development and deployed systems.
Maintain thorough documentation of software design, development processes, and test results.
Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices in software development for space applications.
Requirements: Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
Proven experience in software development for embedded systems, preferably in satellite communication or space applications.
Strong knowledge of software architecture, design patterns, and development methodologies.
Proficiency in programming with C/C++.
Experience with Embedded Linux and FPGA programming.
Familiarity with space industry standards and regulations.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
Experience with software verification and validation processes.
Experience with agile development methodologies.
Experience with embedded Linux user-space SW stack and Yocto/Buildroot.
Advantages
Knowledge of digital communication principles and satellite communication protocols.
Experience with signal processing algorithms and RF frontend development.
Familiarity with 5G waveform, DVB-S2X, CCSDS modems, DPDK, and VPP L2/L3 processing.
Knowledge of ARM processor architectures.
Experience with scripting languages (Bash, Python), and version control software like Git.
Previous experience with new board bring-up and building of a BSP.
Experience with Xilinx toolchains and ecosystems.
Experience with Linux Kernel SW development.
This position is open to all candidates.