Embedded Software Designer

What We Offer:

Competitive compensation  with a robust equity plan to share in our success.
Comprehensive coverage for health, dental, and vision insurance —including dependents.
Unlimited vacation, supportive parental leave policy,  and company-wide holiday shutdown.
Semi-annual company-wide parties  and frequent in-office team events.
Relocation packages  available for approved roles.
$1,500 annual professional development fund  to support your growth.
Fully stocked Toronto office kitchen  with snacks, drinks, games and top-notch kitchen appliances.
Town Halls, Celebration Calls, and Company-wide events  to stay connected and engaged.
We’re a certified Great Place to Work ®, five years in a row!
We’re on the hunt for a top-tier  Embedded Software Designer . You will be developing on-board software for our next generation of satellites, supporting both space and ground systems. You’ll be relied upon for input and decisions that will directly impact design and operation.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop reliable, high-quality C and C++ code
Develop Embedded Linux drivers and applications
Design, implement, and integrate interfaces to modern avionics sensors, IoT devices, and payloads
Participate in architecture, design, and code reviews
Work with electrical, digital design, and operations teams to identify required features and solidify the system architecture
Required Skills &

Qualifications:

3+ years of embedded software development experience
Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
Strong software design and development skills, including algorithms, testing and debugging
Proficiency in C/C++, especially in embedded topics such as interrupt handlers, concurrency, memory-mapped peripherals, and hardware interfaces (SPI, I2C, CAN)

Experience with embedded operating systems and build systems, including Open Embedded/Yocto and FreeRTOS
Experience developing for Embedded Linux, including writing kernel modules, device trees, and drivers
Familiarity with common version control (git) and build systems (CMake, Meson, or similar)
Demonstrated record of strong communication skills, and thriving in a collaborative development environment

Bonus Points:

Experience developing software for aerospace applications
Experience developing multi-stage bootloaders
Strong knowledge of modern networking protocols
Proven background thriving within fast-paced environments, particularly within startup or R&D settings
Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly and innovate under pressure to meet dynamic project demands
$131,100 - $181,100 a year

Disclaimer:  Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.
Use of AI in Recruitment  At Kepler Communications, all hiring decisions are made by people. Human recruiters are involved in every step of our recruitment process. We use AI-based tools (such as Lever AI and HireEZ) to assist with the initial review of applications by ranking candidates based on job-relevant criteria. These tools support - but do not replace - human judgment.
Employment Equity & Accommodation Statement  Kepler Communications is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities.
If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact our People & Culture team at accommodationce, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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