Senior Spacecraft Embedded Software Engineer (Rust)

Spire; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace technology company in Glasgow is looking for an experienced Embedded Software Engineer (Rust) to join their Platform team. The role involves developing software for satellite systems, working with both Rust and C, and collaborating closely with electrical engineers. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in embedded systems development and thrive in a fast-paced environment. This position supports a hybrid work model requiring at least three days in the office.

Benefits

Generous Time Off Policy

Education Assistance Program

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Fitness Reimbursement

Healthy snacks & beverages in every office

Qualifications

• Experience in embedded systems development using Rust.
• Knowledge of Linux-based development.
• Ability to communicate with hardware engineers.

Responsibilities

• Develop software for satellite systems.
• Implement communication interfaces between systems.
• Collaborate with the Electrical Engineering team.

Skills

Embedded systems development using Rust

Linux-based development (Ubuntu)

Integrating C code with Rust projects

Real-time communication protocols

Inter-process communication protocols

Documentation skills

Tools

Rust

C

Bash

Python

Ubuntu

Yocto

Git

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer (Rust) to join our Platform team (folks looking after the spacecraft). The successful candidate will play a crucial role in developing software for our satellite systems, contributing to the expansion and enhancement of our space-based data collection capabilities.

Ideal candidates will embrace the commercialization of nanosatellite systems and adapt to low-cost, fast-paced systems design, development, and implementation methodologies that set Spire apart from our competition. In this fast-paced environment, the design to launch cycle is measured in weeks and months, not years!

What You’ll Do as a Spacecraft Embedded Software Engineer

• Develop daemons in Rust that interface with embedded systems using low-level protocols
• Implement communication interfaces between embedded systems and higher-level processes
• Integrate C code for specific hardware interfaces
• Contribute to the design and implementation of fault-tolerant systems
• Collaborate closely with the Electrical Engineering team to ensure optimal software-hardware integration
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for APIs and system architectures
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our development processes and tools

Key Skills

• Proven experience in embedded systems development using Rust
• Knowledge of or adaptability to Linux-based development (Ubuntu)
• Proficiency in integrating C code with Rust projects
• Experience with real-time communication protocols
• Experience with inter-process communication protocols
• Understanding of electronics and ability to communicate effectively with hardware engineers
• Excellent documentation skills

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with safety-critical embedded systems in any industry
• Experience with Yocto for embedded systems
• Knowledge of version control systems, particularly Git and GitHub
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines
• Experience with project management tools
• Proficiency in scripting languages like Python and Bash
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles for embedded systems
• Knowledge of telemetry and command systems
• Experience with formal verification methods for critical software components
• Experience in implementing Fault Detection, Isolation, and Recovery (FDIR) systems for embedded applications

Tools and Technologies: Rust, C | Scripting languages (Bash/Python) | Ubuntu (development environment) | Yocto (target environment) | Version control using Git

Spire operates a hybrid work model, and this position will require you to work a minimum of three days per week in the office.

Access to US export-controlled software and/or technology may be required for this role. If needed, Spire will arrange the necessary licenses—this is not something candidates need to have before applying. #LI-RK1

Global Perks

Name Your Satellite Program (NYSP) Launch Attendance Generous Time Off Policy Education Assistance Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) Family Leave Fitness Reimbursement Employee Referral Program Healthy snacks & beverages in every office

About Spire

We improve life on Earth with data from space.

Spire Global is a space-to-cloud analytics company that owns and operates the largest multi-purpose constellation of satellites. Its proprietary data and algorithms provide the most advanced maritime, aviation, and weather tracking in the world. In addition to its constellation, Spire’s data infrastructure includes a global ground station network and 24/7 operations that provide real-time global coverage of every point on Earth.

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