Chief Space Software Architect

E-Space; Saratoga (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Saratoga is seeking a Director or VP of Software Engineering to lead their software engineering organization for space vehicle programs. The role involves setting the technical vision, overseeing software design, and driving program execution. Candidates should have 12+ years of experience in software engineering, with a strong background in embedded systems and BS development. The position offers a target salary of $100,000 – $185,000 annually, reflecting the candidate's expertise.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of software engineering experience, with 5+ years in engineering leadership.
• Deep technical foundation in embedded systems and BSP development.
• Proven experience leading software development for space or defense platforms.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the software engineering vision across space vehicle programs.
• Build and retain a high-performing software engineering organization.
• Own software program execution schedules, milestones, and risk identification.

Skills

Embedded systems

BSP development

Communications software

Leadership

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science

Tools

Embedded Linux

RTOS (VxWorks, RTEMS, FreeRTOS)

Job description

A leading aerospace company in Saratoga is seeking a Director or VP of Software Engineering to lead their software engineering organization for space vehicle programs. The role involves setting the technical vision, overseeing software design, and driving program execution. Candidates should have 12+ years of experience in software engineering, with a strong background in embedded systems and BS development. The position offers a target salary of $100,000 – $185,000 annually, reflecting the candidate's expertise.