Lead Embedded SW Engineer - Satellite Payloads in Orbit

Loft Orbital Solutions; United Arab Emirates; Remote; AED 587,000 - 808,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading space technology company in the United Arab Emirates seeks a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer to design and develop embedded software for satellite payloads. This role involves working with cutting-edge technology to advance in-space computing capabilities. Candidates should have at least 8 years of experience with C/C++ in embedded systems, strong communication skills, and a passion for innovative solutions in aerospace applications.

Benefits

100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

401(k) plan and equity options

Daily catered lunches and snacks

Fully paid parental leave

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• 8+ years experience writing C or C++ for Embedded Linux and RTOS platforms.
• Experience with Linux kernel, device driver and BSP development.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multi-disciplined team.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design and write high-quality software for the satellite.
• Develop high-speed interface drivers and networking capabilities.
• Perform SW/FW/HW integration to provide functional software solutions.

Skills

C or C++ programming for Embedded Linux

Linux kernel expertise

Remote debugging tools (gdb)

Hardware interfacing

Communication protocols (DMA, UART, LVDS, Ethernet, SpaceWire)

Linux compilation toolchains (Yocto, Buildroot)

Processor technologies (ARM, x86, SoC)

Strong communication skills

Job description

A leading space technology company in the United Arab Emirates seeks a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer to design and develop embedded software for satellite payloads. This role involves working with cutting-edge technology to advance in-space computing capabilities. Candidates should have at least 8 years of experience with C/C++ in embedded systems, strong communication skills, and a passion for innovative solutions in aerospace applications.