Embedded Software Engineer

Requirements

• This role is ideal for engineers with hands‑on experience in embedded systems, including device drivers, kernel customization, bootloaders, and board bring‑up, with a preference for experience with the Xilinx platform (experience with other platforms is also valued)
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
• 2+ years of professional experience in embedded software development
• Proficiency in C or C++ for embedded systems
• Experience developing and debugging software on embedded hardware (e.g., power systems, motors, sensors)
• Understanding of multi-threaded programming and resource-constrained environments
• Familiarity with version control, issue tracking, and peer review workflows
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• (Desirable) Practical experience with Embedded Linux and the Yocto Project
• (Desirable) Experience with Xilinx SoCs or other microcontroller‑based systems
• (Desirable) Proficiency with bootloaders, kernel development, and system bring‑up
• (Desirable) Familiarity with CI/CD tools and practices in embedded environments
• (Desirable) Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast‑paced environment

• Cesium Astro is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer II with a strong background in embedded Linux development and the Yocto build system
• As a member of our software team, you will contribute to the full software development lifecycle, from product concept through production, participating in architecture design, implementation, testing, qualification, and in‑orbit support
• This role involves working closely with hardware, systems, and FPGA engineers, and provides opportunities for technical leadership and cross‑disciplinary collaboration
• Develop and port embedded Linux applications, device drivers, and libraries
• Configure, customize, and integrate the Linux kernel and embedded bootloaders (e.g., U‑Boot)
• Maintain and evolve the Yocto‑based Linux build system within a CI/CD pipeline
• Package and deploy software images for diverse embedded hardware platforms
• Create tailored Linux distributions for specific embedded applications
• Collaborate across disciplines (firmware, hardware, systems) to ensure seamless system integration and performance
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to customer‑facing technical documentation and proposals