Embedded Software Engineer

CesiumAstro; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

HSA and FSA

Company stock options

Life, disability and retirement plans

Job summary

CesiumAstro in Austin, TX is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer II with a focus on embedded Linux, Yocto, and Xilinx platforms. You will work closely with hardware, systems, and FPGA engineers to bring up boards and tailor software stacks for space-grade hardware.

Responsibilities include developing and porting embedded Linux applications, configuring the kernel and bootloaders, maintaining the Yocto-based build system, and integrating CI/CD pipelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of professional embedded software development experience.
• Experience with Embedded Linux and Yocto Project.

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.
• Collaborate across disciplines (firmware, hardware, systems) to ensure seamless system integration and performance.

Skills

Embedded Linux

Yocto Project

Device drivers

Kernel customization

Bootloaders

Board bring-up

C/C++

CI/CD

Multi-threading

Version control

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/EE/CE

Tools

Git

CI/CD tools

Embedded tooling

Xilinx platforms

Job description

• CesiumAstro is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer II with a strong background in embedded Linux development and the Yocto build system. This role is ideal for engineers with hands-on experience in embedded systems, including device drivers, kernel customization, bootloaders, and board bring-up, with a preference for experience with the Xilinx platform (experience with other platforms is also valued)
• As a member of our software team, you will contribute to the full software development lifecycle, from product concept through production, participating in architecture design, implementation, testing, qualification, and in-orbit support. This role involves working closely with hardware, systems, and FPGA engineers, and provides opportunities for technical leadership and cross-disciplinary collaboration
• 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 (firmware, hardware, systems) to ensure seamless system integration and performance
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to customer-facing technical documentation and proposals

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision
• HSA and FSA
• Company stock options
• Life, disability and retirement plans

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fieldStrong verbal and written communication skillsUnderstanding of multi-threaded programming and resource-constrained environments2+ years of professional experience in embedded software developmentExperience developing and debugging software on embedded hardware (e.g., power systems, motors, sensors)Proficiency in C or C++ for embedded systemsFamiliarity with version control, issue tracking, and peer review workflowsPlease Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of StatePractical experience with Embedded Linux and the Yocto ProjectAbility to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environmentExperience with Xilinx SoCs or other microcontroller-based systemsProficiency with bootloaders, kernel development, and system bring-upFamiliarity with CI/CD tools and practices in embedded environments