Senior Spacecraft Embedded Software Engineer (Rust)

Spire Global; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading space analytics firm is seeking a Senior Spacecraft Embedded Software Engineer to join the Platform team in Glasgow. The role involves developing and enhancing software for satellite systems using Rust, integrating with hardware, and collaborating with the Electrical Engineering team. Candidates should have a solid background in embedded systems development and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment. This position operates on a hybrid model, requiring in-office work three days a week.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in embedded systems development, specifically with Rust.
• Ability to develop in a Linux environment, primarily Ubuntu.
• Must be proficient in integrating C code with existing Rust projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop daemons in Rust interfacing with embedded systems.
• Implement communication interfaces between embedded systems and higher-level processes.
• Collaborate with Electrical Engineering to ensure optimal integration.

Skills

Embedded systems development using Rust

Linux-based development (Ubuntu)

Integrating C code with Rust projects

Real-time communication protocols

Inter-process communication protocols

Understanding of electronics

Tools

Rust

C

Python

Bash

Ubuntu

Yocto

Git

Job description

Overview

Senior Spacecraft Embedded Software Engineer (Rust). 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

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.

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.

Spire is Global and our success draws upon the diverse viewpoints, skills and experiences of our employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status.

To help maintain a safe and secure workplace for Spire employees, all candidates who receive a conditional offer will be required to complete a background check. This may include criminal history and employment verification.