Embedded Software Engineer, Space Autonomy & AI

EVONA; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

EVONA is helping a pioneering space technology company expand its London engineering team to design embedded software for AI-enabled autonomy in satellites. You’ll write real-time Linux-based code, prototype on hardware, and validate system performance across in-orbit scenarios.

Collaborate with hardware and AI teams to build scalable, modular software for autonomous in-space operation and edge cases. The role offers exposure to cutting-edge space systems, rigorous testing, and opportunity to

Qualifications

• Strong background in C++ and Python development.
• Experience with embedded Linux or RTOS.
• Solid understanding of microcontrollers, device drivers, and hardware integration.
• Self-starter with a collaborative mindset in fast-moving environments.

Responsibilities

• Design embedded software for advanced space systems.
• Write real-time code for Linux-based RTOS environments.
• Prototype and test software on hardware to validate performance.
• Build scalable, modular systems for autonomous in-orbit operations.
• Collaborate with hardware and AI teams to integrate real-world functionality.

Skills

C++ development

Python development

Embedded Linux

RTOS experience

Microcontrollers & hardware

Device drivers

Debugging & perf opt

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

EVONA is helping a pioneering space technology company expand its London engineering team to design embedded software for AI-enabled autonomy in satellites. You’ll write real-time Linux-based code, prototype on hardware, and validate system performance across in-orbit scenarios.

Collaborate with hardware and AI teams to build scalable, modular software for autonomous in-space operation and edge cases. The role offers exposure to cutting-edge space systems, rigorous testing, and opportunity to