Senior Software Embedded Engineer (Space Technology)

Job Description

Senior Software Embedded Engineer (Space Technology)

Job Title: Senior Software Embedded Engineer (Space Technology)

Location: Poway, CA

Salary: $150,000 - $180,000

Requirements: C programming, Real Time OS, Device Drivers, Low Level Embedded Software Development, Debugging

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Embedded Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing software on our embedded space computers, testing equipment for components and boards, etc.

Key Responsibilities

Develop software on our embedded space computers, test equipment for components and boards, etc. All the way down to assembly language (rarely), start-up boot code (sometimes), drivers (often), and board support package development.

Implement device drivers and integrate hardware components

Provide technical expertise within the Engineering department to solve difficult software challenges or problems or to bring in new technical capability

Design, develop, document and test embedded software for space products

Develop C or assembly code for Bootloaders, BSP, VxWorks 6.9 or 7.0 and future versions, Embedded Linux, RTEMS device drivers

Able to debug, test, and verify component and board designs through software

Develop test programs, test plans, and verification plans

Represent Engineering in technical customer discussions / meetings

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering or Computer Science

7+ years of experience in embedded software development

Fluent in C and Python, strong VxWorks, Linux, and Bare Metal embedded background, development of bootloaders, BSP, VxWorks 7, Linux, and RTEMS device drivers test code and scripts

Skilled in low level hardware code development and debugging. Skilled with debuggers/In-circuit emulators.

Experience and skills in debugging using lab equipment and other tools

Nice to Have

Buildroot and or Yocto Linux build systems

NAND FLASH memory file systems, drivers, and implementation

Benefits

Competitive salary (150k-180k)

401k with match

Full Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Holidays

PTO

Working on a small team of talent and make a big impact

Career growth opportunity - For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. CyberCoders will consider for Employment in the City of Los Angeles qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box) Ordinance.This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 07/25/2025 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.

CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please contact a member of our Human Resources team to make arrangements.

Full-time