Overview

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At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We work in a dynamic, cross-functional environment with hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work. We are seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.

In this position, you will work on low-level software in CesiumAstro’s products through all phases of the development process, including Linux-based single-board computers and high-reliability microcontroller systems. Our goal is to create an out-of-the-box hardware and software experience that enables rapid integration of our products into customers’ systems.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Designing and implementing software for embedded devices and systems, from requirements to production and commercial deployment.
• Designing, developing, coding, testing, debugging, and documenting system software.
• Reviewing code and system designs.
• Analyzing code for efficiency, stability, and scalability.
• Integrating and validating new product designs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to map high-level algorithms (e.g., in Python/C++/Matlab) to compute primitives.
• Work with hardware engineers and system architects to integrate compute systems with programmable logic and embedded processors.
• Supporting software quality assurance and optimizing I/O performance.
• Providing post-production/in-orbit customer support.
• Interfacing with hardware design and development engineers.
• Assessing third-party and open-source software.

Job Requirements And Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science (BSc) or Master of Science (MSc) degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering.
• 9+ years of industry experience in software development.
• API design for interfacing with FPGAs.
• Programming experience in C or C++.
• Mathematical modelling experience using e.g. Python, Matlab, etc.
• Implementation of algorithms in embedded heterogenous platforms, preferably with multiple levels of parallelism (e.g., GPGPU, SIMD/SIMT, DSPs).
• Profiling and optimization of compute, memory and data flow resources targeting real-time and embedded applications.
• Experience in embedded systems design with preemptive, multitasking real-time operating systems (experience with real-time Linux is desirable).
• Familiarity with software configuration management tools, defect tracking tools, and peer review.
• Excellent knowledge of real-time system coding techniques, IP protocols, interfaces, and hardware subsystems.
• Excellent understanding of multi-threaded applications and resource management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Experience

• Familiarity with FPGA design and simulation tools.
• Experience with hardware/software co-design.
• Experience with ARM processors and fully featured microcontrollers.
• Experience in the design and development of a Software Development Kit (SDK).

CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including the role and responsibilities, work experience, education/training, and key skills. The company notes that some roles may be subject to security and export control restrictions which can affect eligibility based on nationality, place of birth, and residence.

Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted not through the approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered the property of CesiumAstro.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Defense and Space Manufacturing