Embedded Linux Engineer II (Yocto) – Space/Avionics

CesiumAstro, Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 113,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Comprehensive benefits (health, dental

Vision, HSA, 401(k)

Job summary

CesiumAstro, Inc. is hiring an Embedded Software Engineer II to advance embedded Linux, kernel bring-up, and Yocto-based builds for aerospace hardware. You will collaborate with hardware, systems, and FPGA engineers to design, implement, and test software across multiple platforms.

The role emphasizes hands-on development, CI/CD integration, and collaboration in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities for technical leadership and cross-disciplinary effort.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of professional experience in embedded software development.
• Proficiency in C or C++ for embedded systems.
• Experience developing and debugging software on embedded hardware (power systems, motors, sensors).
• Understanding of multi-threaded programming and resource-constrained environments.
• Familiarity with version control, issue tracking, and peer review workflows.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and port embedded Linux applications, device drivers, and libraries.
• Configure, customize, and integrate the Linux kernel and embedded bootloaders (e.g., U-Boot).
• Maintain and evolve the Yocto-based Linux build system within a CI/CD pipeline.
• Package and deploy software images for diverse embedded hardware platforms.
• Create tailored Linux distributions for specific embedded applications.
• Collaborate across disciplines to ensure seamless system integration and performance.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to customer-facing technical documentation and proposals.

Skills

Embedded Linux

C/C++

Yocto Project

Kernel bring-up

Device drivers

Multithreading

CI/CD

Bootloaders

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/EE

Tools

Xilinx SoCs

Job description

CesiumAstro, Inc. is hiring an Embedded Software Engineer II to advance embedded Linux, kernel bring-up, and Yocto-based builds for aerospace hardware. You will collaborate with hardware, systems, and FPGA engineers to design, implement, and test software across multiple platforms.

The role emphasizes hands-on development, CI/CD integration, and collaboration in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities for technical leadership and cross-disciplinary effort.