Embedded Linux Software Engineer

Macdonald, Dettwiler And Associates Corporation; Farnborough; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MDA Space in Farnborough, UK is seeking an Embedded Linux Software Engineer to develop and maintain beamforming embedded software for our satellite communication products. You will work across product lines, with ARM targets, Yocto/Buildroot, and drive code quality and lifecycle documentation.

You will collaborate with hardware and firmware teams, contribute to automation, CI, and testing, and take ownership of issues while staying adaptable in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience of full lifecycle embedded software development.
• Ideally 5–9 years of post-graduation experience in Embedded Linux roles.
• C/C++ embedded SW engineering on ARM or similar.
• Experience with embedded Linux (kernel and user-space development, Yocto, Buildroot, drivers).
• Knowledge of Ethernet, SPI, I2C, UART, USB interfaces.
• Low level device driver development and testing.
• Python/Perl scripting.
• Git/SVN version control.

Responsibilities

• Develop & maintain existing MDA Beamforming Embedded Software products.
• Timely delivery of software to product lines integrating with customer projects.
• Maintain code quality standards using industry tools.
• Contribute to design evolution and product roadmap.
• Support automation tools and CI methodologies.
• Take ownership of issues and engage with customers as needed.
• Produce documentation across lifecycle stages.

Skills

Embedded Linux

C/C++

ARM

Kernel/user-space development

Yocto/Buildroot

Networking interfaces

Python/Perl

Version control

Unit testing

Team collaboration

Tools

GIT

SVN

Yocto

Buildroot

Linux kernel debugging

Job description

Embedded Linux Software Engineer

Our Sat Connect IC business unit, a division of our Satellite Systems business, is a leading provider of ASICs, software, multibeam electronically steered antennas, and complete systems for communication satellites, as well as ground and airborne terminals. With locations in Israel, the UK, and the US, we are a technology leader in satellite communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop & maintain existing MDA Beamforming Embedded Software products
• Timely delivery of software to a variety of product lines integrating with customer projects
• Maintain code quality standards using industry recognised tools
• Contribute to evolution of the design and product roadmap
• Support automation tools and continuous integration methodologies
• Take ownership of issues on MDA products and engage with customers as appropriate
• Produce documentation at all levels of lifecycle (concept, design, training material etc.)

Job Requirements

• Experience of full lifecycle embedded software development
• Ideally, about 5 to 9 years of post‑graduation working expereince in Embedded Linux software roles
• C/C++ embedded SW engineering experience, preferably on ARM or similar processor
• Experience working with embedded Linux embedded (kernel and user‑space development and debugging, Yocto, Buildroot, low level drivers)
• Communication interfaces; Ethernet, SPI, I2C, UART, USB
• Low level Device Driver experience and ability to develop integrate and test
• Python/Perl scripting knowledge
• Version Control experience (e.g., GIT, SVN)
• Excellent Interpersonal skills
• Independent, self‑motivated, team player and multitasking capabilities
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced and changing environment
• Knowledge on RF fundamentals and communications theory desirable but not essential
• Knowledge of code coverage tools and unit test environments desirable, but not essential

Benefits

MDA Space provides competitive compensation and benefits packages for its employees at all locations. As a team member of MDA, you and your qualified dependents are eligible to participate in a benefit plan that ensures a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care including private healthcare, disability income protection, life insurance, pension plan; and an employee assistance program.

Equal Opportunity Statement

MDA Space is an equal opportunity employer prizing diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity. If you require assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please feel free to notify us.

Accommodations

MDA Space is proud to provide accommodation(s) during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodations, please indicate this on your application/cover letter and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.