Embedded Software Designer – Processing & Algorithms

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.

Key Responsibilities

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

Required

Skills & Qualifications

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

Bonus Points

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

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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