Avionics Software Engineer
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- We seek a talented Embedded Systems Engineer to design, develop, and deploy software for space applications
- If you have a solid background in modern C++ development, embedded Linux experience, and want to play a critical role in advancing autonomy for space applications, we want to hear from you
- Design and take ownership of core flight software for advanced space payloads and mission-critical systems
- Be involved in low level software development including device drivers and board bring-up
- Develop updatable, fault-tolerant software to support complex autonomous operations in orbit
- Prototype and validate key system concepts to de-risk development and establish technical feasibility and performance bounds
- Build toward a scalable, modular, and reusable software stack that enables rapid iteration and future mission extensibility
- Collaborate closely with hardware and AI/ML teams to enable seamless integration
- Drive continuous improvement through iterative testing, data-driven feedback loops, and system-level refinement
- Demonstrated skills in debugging and performance characterisation
- BEng/MEng in Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
- Experience with Linux, Git, and CI/CD pipelines
- Strong experience with SoC platforms (such as Nvidia Jetsons) or other similar embedded platforms
- Strong proficiency in developing modern C++ for Linux
- Strong communicator and self-starter; able to work independently and in a collaborative team
- Good understanding of communication protocols
- Experience with BSP generation, real-time kernel configuration, build and deployment processes
- Familiarity with containerisation tools (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes) and OTA updates
- Background with the space industry
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Proven experience in system integration and working with multidisciplinary teams