Embedded Software Engineer (Space Systems). Hybrid

Indra Group; Málaga; Híbrido; EUR 55.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible hours

Open culture

Global reach

Mobility opportunities

Lifelong learning

Descripción de la vacante

Indra Space is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer for space systems to design and develop real-time embedded software, using C and Python on ARM Cortex, RISC-V, or PowerPC architectures. You will work in a highly regulated, mission-critical environment with on-call duty.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of embedded real-time software experience in space or aeronautical contexts, strong RTOS knowledge, and solid software verification skills.

Formación

• 3–5 years of experience in design and development of real-time embedded software systems, preferably in space/aeronautical domains.
• Strong foundations in embedded architectures, RTOS, and software verification.
• Ability to work in highly regulated, mission-critical environments.

Responsabilidades

• Design and develop real-time embedded software for space/aeronautical applications following standards.
• Implement high-quality software in C and Python using industry best practices.
• Work with RTOS like RTEMS, VxWorks, FreeRTOS on ARM Cortex, RISC-V, PowerPC, etc.
• Perform software verification and validation, test design and execution with EGSE/SCOE benches.
• Produce documentation using UML/SysML and manage configurations with GIT/SVN.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across the full software lifecycle.
• Participate in on-call rotations and planned interventions.

Conocimientos

C

Python

RTOS

Embedded ARM

RISC-V

PowerPC

GIT

SysML

UML

Docker

Podman

MISRA-C

Herramientas

GIT

SVN

Docker

Podman

Descripción del empleo

Embedded Software Engineer (Space Systems). Hybrid

Indra Space – Leading the Next Generation of Space Systems
At Indra Space, we are on a mission to redefine the European space industry by delivering high-performance small satellite solutions for LEO missions. Our ambition? To become a leading company in end-to-end satellite systems, driving innovation in:

• Position, Navigation & Timing (PNT)
• Secure Communications
• Earth Observation & ISR
• Space Domain Awareness (SDA) and Space Traffic Management (STM)
• Science & space exploration

As the Space Business Unit of Indra Group, we combine cutting-edge technology with a full value chain approach—from satellite design and integration to ground segment and operations. With the integration of Deimos and strategic participation in Hispasat and Hisdesat, we are scaling Europe’s space autonomy and contributing to flagship programs like IRIS², Galileo, EGNOS, and Copernicus.

What We’re Looking For
We are looking for an Engineering professional with 3 to 5 years of experience in the design and development of real-time embedded software systems, ideally within the space or aeronautical industry. The ideal candidate has strong technical foundations in embedded architectures, real-time operating systems, and software verification, and is comfortable working in highly regulated, mission-critical environments.

The role requires availability for on-call duty and planned interventions.

• Design and develop real-time embedded software systems for space or aeronautical applications in compliance with applicable software development standards.


• Implement high-quality software using C and Python, following industry best practices and coding standards.


• Work with real-time operating systems such as RTEMS, VxWorks, or FreeRTOS on embedded architectures (ARM Cortex, RISC-V, PowerPC, etc.).


• Perform software verification and validation activities, including test specification, definition, and execution using EGSE/SCOE test benches.


• Produce and maintain software and system design documentation using UML and SysML methodologies.


• Apply configuration management practices using tools such as GIT and SVN.


• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout the full software lifecycle.


• Participate in on-call duties and planned technical interventions when required.


• 3–5 years of experience in embedded real-time software design and development for the space or aeronautical industry.


• Excellent programming skills in C and Python.


• Solid theoretical knowledge of multitasking systems and real-time operating systems (RTEMS, VxWorks, FreeRTOS, etc.).


• Experience with embedded computer architectures such as ARM Cortex, RISC-V, PowerPC, or equivalent.


• Experience in software verification and validation, including test definition and execution.


• Knowledge of software configuration management tools (GIT, SVN).


• Experience with software design and documentation methodologies (UML, SysML).


• Knowledge of MISRA-C software coding standards.


• Experience with container technologies such as Docker and/or Podman.


• Medium-level experience with Python in ITOM or technical environments (3–4 years).


• Availability to participate in on-call rotations and planned interventions.

What We Offer:

• Work Your Way: Flexible hours so you can balance life and work effortlessly.


• Open Culture: Direct communication and a friendly environment where your voice matters.


• Innovation at Its Core: Be part of groundbreaking projects with global impact.


• People First: A collaborative team that supports and celebrates your success.


• Career Acceleration: Continuous feedback and annual reviews to help you grow.


• Stability You Can Trust: Long-term projects in a leading company with a future vision.


• Global Reach: Your work will influence major international initiatives.


• Mobility Opportunities: Explore projects across Spain and beyond.


• Lifelong Learning: Access Open University programs and 3,000+ Udemy for Business courses.

Our commitment is to promote work environments where people are treated with respect and dignity, fostering the professional development of our workforce and guaranteeing equal opportunities in recruitment, training and promotion. We provide a workplace free from any form of discrimination based on gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, ethnicity, marital status, or any other personal or social circumstance.

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