Embedded Solutions Engineer – Space Systems

Embedded Solutions Engineer – Space Systems

$126000 - $250000 per year | Seattle, WA | On-Site | Permanent

Our client was founded with the intention of delivering on the promise of what Internet-of-Things (IoT) was supposed to be. They’re building a global Bluetooth network dedicated to machine-to-machine connectivity.

Our client is an early-stage, venture-backed startup supported by some of the best investors in the world.

• Salary: $ - $/year (final compensation is determined by experience level, technical depth, and interview performance)
• Comprehensive Benefits – Health, Dental, Vision, & HSA options
• Unlimited PTO
• Commuter Benefits (if working from HQ)
• Learning & Development Allowance
• Health & Wellness Stipend
• Sabbatical Program – Recharge and explore new ideas
• Cutting-Edge Space Tech – Work on state‑of‑the‑art satellite system

We are seeking an experienced Senior Embedded Engineer to architect and implement software for our satellite systems. This is a hands‑on role where you will work closely with our hardware, RF, and operations teams to develop high‑reliability embedded software that powers our constellation.

You will act as a technical leader on our engineering team, taking system‑level requirements and translating them into robust, efficient embedded solutions that operate in the harsh space environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to work across the full embedded stack: from low‑level device drivers to application‑level software managing satellite operations, all while contributing to the architecture of our next‑generation satellite platform.

This is a full‑time position based in Seattle, WA.

• Python & C Development:
  Write high‑quality, maintainable code in both Python and C for satellite command scripts and performance‑critical embedded applications.
• Embedded Linux Systems:
  Design, implement, and maintain embedded Linux systems for satellite payloads, including kernel configuration, driver development, and system optimization for resource‑constrained space hardware.
• Low‑Level Driver Development:
  Develop and debug device drivers for common interfaces (SPI, I2C, UART, Ethernet) and peripherals including ADCs, DACs, DDR memory controllers, and custom hardware.
• Flight Software Architecture:
  Contribute to the design and implementation of satellite flight software, including command & data handling, telemetry systems, and autonomous operations.
• Hardware Bring‑Up:
  Lead board bring‑up activities for new hardware, working closely with electrical engineers to validate designs, debug interfaces, and commission new systems.
• Space Environment Considerations:
  Design software with awareness of space‑specific challenges including radiation effects (SEUs, latch‑up), thermal constraints, and power budgets.

• Hands‑On Engineering:
  We value engineers who can move seamlessly between architecture, implementation, and debugging. You’ll work with real hardware daily.
• Cross‑Functional
  
  Collaboration:
  
  You’ll interface with RF engineers, digital design engineers, mechanical engineers, and operations staff to ensure software meets system‑level needs.
• Tools:
  We use modern development tools including AI, Git, Jira, and Confluence. Experience with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and JTAG debuggers is essential.

• A Sense of Urgency:
  Lead projects from concept to reality, rapidly and effectively.
• High Learning Agility:
  Love to learn; have a grounded approach to recognizing your weaknesses and take the initiative to brush up on and sharpen your engineering foundations to better collaborate with your teammates with different backgrounds.
• System‑Level Design and Analysis:
  Understand the requirements flow‑down process and be able to quickly iterate on evolving requirements.
• Excellent Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Effectively convey ideas and communicate technical topics with engineering, build staff, and operations; run self‑directed design reviews and participate in reviews of parallel systems.
• Anticipation of Needs:
  Identify problems, think creatively, and rapidly produce reliable and cost‑effective solutions to meet the ever‑growing and changing needs of…