Embedded Software Engineer — Spacecraft Systems (Flexible)

Clyde Space Limited; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading space technology company in Glasgow is seeking a Software Engineer to enhance their satellite systems. The role involves developing embedded software, leading integration activities, and ensuring compliance with rigorous standards. Candidates should have strong skills in C programming and experience with real-time operating systems. This position offers the chance to work within a dynamic team on innovative space missions.

Benefits

Openness to flexible working

Supportive work environment

Opportunity for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in Embedded software development in critical domains.
• Deep proficiency in C for embedded systems development.
• Extensive knowledge of RTOS and embedded Linux.
• Strong understanding of microcontroller architecture.
• Ability to read schematics and debug interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement embedded software for new products.
• Improve software development life cycle for embedded systems.
• Lead integration, verification, and validation activities.
• Diagnose/resolute complex hardware/software integration issues.
• Ensure technical documentation adheres to quality standards.

Skills

Embedded software development

C programming

Real-Time Operating Systems

Microcontroller architectures

Debugging hardware/software interfaces

Version control systems (Git)

Linux command line

Python and Bash scripting

Agile and SCRUM

Tools

FreeRTOS

Embedded Linux

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Job description

A leading space technology company in Glasgow is seeking a Software Engineer to enhance their satellite systems. The role involves developing embedded software, leading integration activities, and ensuring compliance with rigorous standards. Candidates should have strong skills in C programming and experience with real-time operating systems. This position offers the chance to work within a dynamic team on innovative space missions.