Embedded Test Engineer - System and Software

AST SpaceMobile; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

AST SpaceMobile is seeking a Software Engineer with strong Python and C++ skills to contribute to testing and validation of mission‑critical software systems. The role involves building reliable embedded flight software, automating test workflows, and supporting system‑level integration and verification activities.

Responsibilities include scripting with Python, reading C/C++ code, debugging, working in Linux environments, and collaborating across multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of software development experience in embedded or safety‑critical domains.
• Proficiency in Python for scripting, automation, and test tooling; strong C/C++ skills.
• Experience with Linux, version control, and embedded HW/SW integration is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to testing and validation of mission‑critical software systems.
• Develop and automate test workflows for embedded flight software.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams to ensure system integration.

Skills

Python

C++

Linux

Git

Embedded systems

MATLAB

Education

B.Tech / M.Tech in Electronics / CS

Tools

MATLAB

Job description

AST SpaceMobile is building the first and only global cellular broadband network in space to operate directly with standard, unmodified mobile devices based on our extensive IP and patent portfolio and designed for both commercial and government applications. Our engineers and space scientists are on a mission to eliminate the connectivity gaps faced by today’s five billion mobile subscribers and finally bring broadband to the billions who remain unconnected.

Position Overview

We are looking for a Software Engineer with strong Python and C++ skills to join our team and contribute to the testing, and validation of mission‑critical software systems. This role will work closely with cross‑functional engineering teams to build reliable embedded flight software, automate test workflows, and support system‑level integration and verification activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strong proficiency in Python for scripting, automation, and test tooling
• Good understanding in C / C++ programming (Able to read the code, understand control and data flow, debug the code with debuggers)
• Solid understanding of software design principles, data structures, and debugging techniques
• Experience working in Linux environments
• Familiarity with Git or other version control systems
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multi‑disciplinary engineering team

Qualifications

• Exposure to embedded systems, HW‑SW integration, or system testing
• Experience in aerospace, automotive, telecom, or other safety‑critical domains
• Knowing MATLAB programming is an added advantage.

Education:

B.Tech \ M. Tech in Electronics \ Computer Science

Experience:

A minimum of 5 years

Soft Skills:

• Asks the right questions instead of jumping to assumptions
• Follows through on tasks without close supervision
• Able to explain technical ideas clearly to peers, test engineers, and leads

Physical Requirements

Willing to work from office about 80% of the time.

This job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands.

AST SpaceMobile is an Equal Opportunity, at will Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.