We are seeking an experienced Embedded Linux/Software Engineer to join our Platform team (folks looking after the spacecraft). The successful candidate will play a crucial role in developing software for our satellite systems, contributing to the expansion and enhancement of our space-based data collection capabilities. Ideal candidates will embrace the commercialization of nanosatellite systems and adapt to low-cost, fast-paced systems design, development, and implementation methodologies that set Spire apart from our competition. In this fast-paced environment, the design to launch cycle is measured in weeks and months, not years!
What You’ll Do as an Embedded Linux/Software Engineer:
- Maintain and develop daemons that interface with embedded systems using low-level protocols and higher-level protocols for business logic
- Implement communication interfaces between embedded systems and higher-level processes
- Integrate C libraries for specific hardware interfaces
- Contribute to the design and implementation of fault‑tolerant systems
- Collaborate closely with the Electrical Engineering team to ensure optimal software‑hardware integration
- Spin up new designs and maintain existing products with Yocto – focused on
- Xilinx MPSoC systems, but we also support a number of other systems
Key Skills:
- C/C++, Bash and Python
- Proficiency working with the Yocto framework: (for application design and base OS modifications including kernel modules)
- Knowledge of a Linux‑based development environment (Ubuntu)
- Experience with real‑time communication protocols (low level: CAN/UART/SPI/I2C)
- Experience with inter‑process communication protocols (higher level mostly IP based)
- Understanding of electronics and ability to communicate effectively with hardware engineers (especially for board bring‑up and test)
- Excellent documentation skills Preferred Skills: Working knowledge or Rust would be a bonus
- Familiarity with safety‑critical embedded systems in any industry
- Knowledge of version control systems, particularly Git and GitHub
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines
- Experience with project management tools
- Understanding of cybersecurity principles for embedded systems
- Knowledge of telemetry and command systems
- Experience with formal verification methods for critical software components
- Experience in implementing Fault Detection, Isolation, and Recovery (FDIR) systems for embedded applications Tools and Technologies: · C, C++
- Scripting languages (Bash/Python)
- Yocto, Bitbake
- Ubuntu (development environment)
- Version control using Git We value adaptability and a willingness to learn new tools and technologies as needed for the role.
Spire operates a hybrid work model, and this position will require you to work a minimum of three days per week in the office.
Access to US export‑controlled software and/or technology may be required for this role. If needed, Spire will arrange the necessary licenses—this is not something candidates need to have before applying.
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