Embedded Software Designer – Processing & Algorithms; Contingent

Position

Embedded Software Engineer – Processing & Algorithms

We’re on the hunt for a top-tier Embedded Software Engineer – Processing & Algorithms to build the processing software that turns raw sensor data into actionable information. Your focus will be on signal, image, and EO/IR processing algorithms across a growing fleet of spacecraft, spanning both space and ground‑based assets.

• Design and develop reliable, high‑quality software related to:
• Processing pipelines for EO/IR, signal, and image data across space and ground systems
• Interfacing with imaging and data sensors to collect and analyze data
• On‑board software for next‑generation satellites
• Support the development of detection and tracking algorithms, including evaluating and integrating third‑party IP from vendors and partners into the processing pipeline
• Writing thorough tests and documentation
• Participating in software design review and code review processes
• Work with electrical, digital design, and operations teams to identify required features and solidify the system architecture
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers
• Identify shortcomings in existing software components and direct future development efforts

• 5+ years of embedded software development experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, 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 concurrency, memory‑mapped peripherals, and hardware interfaces (SPI, I2C, CAN)
• Experience developing EO/IR, signal, or image processing algorithms
• Demonstrated willingness and ability to leverage AI‑assisted engineering and development tools to improve productivity, design quality, and innovation while adapting to evolving technologies and best practices
• Comfortable using AI‑assisted tooling for code development and testing
• Experience interfacing with different imaging and data sensors to collect and analyze data
• Experience with embedded operating systems and build systems, including Open Embedded / Yocto and FreeRTOS
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to effectively use Git and associated CI/CD features

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
• Experience developing software for aerospace applications
• Experience with detection and tracking algorithms for both edge and ground processing
• Experience using ML/AI as part of the processing pipeline
• Experience interfacing with FPGA or GPU processing hardware
• Background in sensor data collection and analysis (industry or personal projects)

Salary Range: $159, CAD

Actual total compensation will be determined at the Company’s discretion and is based on a variety of job-related factors, which may include, but are not limited to, relevant knowledge, skills, experience, performance, and education and/or training.

Job Type: Contingent Upon Program Award

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.