Embedded Software Engineer

Xona Space Systems; Burlingame (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Xona Space Systems, a leading company in satellite technology, is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to develop mission-critical software for satellite systems. The role involves working with custom Linux OS, ensuring fault detection, and enhancing CI/CD infrastructure. Ideal candidates will have experience in embedded systems and strong C/C++ skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in embedded software development.
• Fluency in C/C++ programming.
• Experience with custom embedded OS development using PetaLinux.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a custom Linux-based OS for spaceflight.
• Integrate software with programmable logic.
• Contribute to automation of CI/CD pipelines.

Skills

C/C++

Embedded systems development

Firmware development

Fault detection

Tools

PetaLinux

Yocto

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Description

We’re seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to help drive the core functionality of our satellite systems. In this role, you’ll contribute directly to mission-critical software that supports everything from real-time fault detection to on-orbit system updates. You'll work hands-on with our custom Linux OS, integrate tightly with programmable logic, and play a key role in shaping our CI/CD infrastructure for flight software deployment.

Description

We’re seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to help drive the core functionality of our satellite systems. In this role, you’ll contribute directly to mission-critical software that supports everything from real-time fault detection to on-orbit system updates. You'll work hands-on with our custom Linux OS, integrate tightly with programmable logic, and play a key role in shaping our CI/CD infrastructure for flight software deployment.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and maintain a custom Linux-based OS for spaceflight and development systems using PetaLinux and Yocto
• Integrate software with programmable logic (PL), including configuration and health monitoring interfaces
• Design and test infrastructure for secure, failsafe in-orbit image updates for both PS (Processing System) and PL
• Contribute to the automation of CI/CD pipelines to improve software reliability and deployment efficiency
• Debug and optimize low-level firmware and embedded system behavior
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless hardware-software interaction across satellite systems
  
  

You Might Be a Fit If You

• Maintain and enhance a custom Linux OS for both flight and development using PetaLinux and Yocto
• Implement and test programmable logic (PL) configuration software
• Develop fault detection interfaces and software for system redundancy
• Build infrastructure for on-orbit PS+PL image updates and failsafe recovery
• Support and improve CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment of complete PS+PL software stacks
• Work across hardware and software boundaries to enable resilient, autonomous spacecraft functionality
  
  

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in embedded software development.
• Fluency in C/C++ programming.
• Experience with custom embedded OS development and deployment using PetaLinux.
• Proficiency in low-level firmware development and debugging.
• Strong documentation discipline.
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with real-time operating systems.
• Software development background in DSP/communications applications.
• Knowledge of CI/CD DevOps practices.
• Prior experience with space flight software.
• Hands-on lab experience with testing engineering models and flight units.
  
  

Salary Description

Range for base salary: $140,000 -$190,000

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Space Research and Technology

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