Senior Software Engineer, 5G Protocol Stack

Ready to make connectivity from space universally accessible, secure and actionable? Then you’ve come to the right place!

E‑Space is bridging Earth and space to enable hyper‑scaled deployments of space‑powered Internet of Things (IoT) solutions and services. We are fundamentally changing the design, economics, manufacturing, coverage limitations and service delivery associated with traditional satellite and terrestrial IoT systems.

By building a highly‑advanced low Earth orbit (LEO) space system—…

We’re intentional, we’re unapologetically curious and we’re 100% committed to saving space, protecting our planet and turning connectivity into actionable intelligence.

Senior Software Engineer, 5G Protocol Stack — You will design, develop, integrate, and validate UE and gNB protocol stack software for 5G /or LTE systems. You will work across one or more 3

GPP protocol layers and collaborate closely with PHY, RF, and Core Network teams to deliver production‑quality embedded software.

This position is based in Duisburg, Germany.

• Design, implement, and maintain UE and gNB protocol stack components for 5G /or LTE
• Work in one or more protocol layers, including MAC, RLC, PDCP, RRC, NAS, Ng/S1, Xn/X2, and GTP‑U
• Develop high-quality, maintainable C/C++ (POSIX‑compliant) software

• Integrate protocol stack components with the PHY layer and core network interfaces
• Perform embedded development and porting on embedded Linux, FreeRTOS, or Zephyr platforms
• Support system bring‑up and end‑to‑end integration activities

• Develop and execute test cases for individual components and integrated subsystems
• Debug complex protocol, timing, and interoperability issues
• Verify functionality using test equipment and simulators such as Keysight, Amarisoft UE/gNB/eNB, or TM500

• Work in Linux‑based development environments
• Use and maintain build systems such as CMake, Make, or SCons
• Develop supporting scripts using bash or Python
• Participate in code reviews and continuous integration workflows

• Collaborate with cross‑functional and geographically distributed engineering teams
• Provide effort estimates and technical input for planning and execution
• Document designs, implementations, and test results clearly and consistently
• Strong professional experience in C/C++ software development within POSIX environments
• Hands‑on experience with 3
  
  GPP 5G /or LTE protocol stacks
• Experience with embedded development on embedded Linux, FreeRTOS, or Zephyr
• Solid Linux development, debugging, and performance analysis skills
• Working knowledge of at least one scripting language (bash or Python)
• Familiarity with modern build systems (CMake, Make, SCons)
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently
• Experience with C# / .NET
• Hands‑on experience with test equipment (Keysight, Amarisoft UE/gNB/eNB, TM500)
• Experience integrating protocol stacks with RF hardware
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and Agile / SCRUM development
• Experience with Non‑Terrestrial Networks (NTN) or satellite communications

At E‑Space, you’ll work on cutting‑edge wireless and satellite technologies that redefine global connectivity. We offer a collaborative environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities to grow technically while making a meaningful impact.

We want you to make the most of your journey at E‑Space. That’s why we support and invest in the physical, emotional and financial well‑being of our team members and their families. Some of what you can expect when working at E‑Space:

• An opportunity to really make a difference
• Sustainability at our core
• Fair and honest workplace
• Innovative thinking is encouraged
• Competitive salaries
• Continuous learning and development
• Health and wellness care options
• Financial solutions for the future