Embedded Software Engineer II

SEAKR; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Year-end bonus

Paid leave

Job summary

SEAKR Engineering in Centennial, Colorado, is seeking a junior to mid-level Embedded Software Engineer to contribute to space-grade electronics. You will work closely with senior engineers to build robust embedded software in C/C++, focusing on constrained environments and real-time challenges.

The role emphasizes learning our product deeply, integrating networking features, and applying OS concepts such as scheduling and synchronization.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of professional experience in embedded systems development.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science or equivalent experience.
• Solid understanding of OS concepts (kernel vs user space, task scheduling, memory management, synchronization).
• Proficiency in Python, C and/or C++, including OO principles.
• Familiarity with TCP/IP, MAC addresses, packet inspection tools.
• Ability to solve problems independently within assigned tasks.
• Ability to learn from specification documents and adapt to new protocols.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded software using C/C++ within constrained environments.
• Implement state machines and handle asynchronous events (interrupts, signals).
• Work with OS concepts including scheduling, resource sharing, and synchronization.
• Integrate networking capabilities into embedded devices (basic IP/MAC layer knowledge).

Skills

Embedded systems

Python

C/C++

OS concepts

Networking basics

Autonomy

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Containerized Linux

Yocto exposure

Kernel driver development

Job description

Join SEAKR Engineering, a leading-edge provider of advanced electronics for space applications. Pushing the boundaries of technology on a mission to change the world for the better from space.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly engaged junior to mid-level Embedded Software Engineer to join our team. This role offers a fast-paced environment where you will work with senior personnel to develop advanced skills and contribute to critical projects. We are looking for individuals with strong technical fundamentals in low-level systems programming who are eager to learn our product deeply and assist in system integration. This position requires working primarily onsite with some hybrid flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded software using C/C++ within constrained environments.
• Implement state machines and handle asynchronous events (e.g., interrupts, signals).
• Work with operating system concepts including process scheduling, resource sharing, and synchronization.
• Integrate networking capabilities into embedded devices (basic IP/MAC layer knowledge required).

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 1-3 years of professional experience in embedded systems development
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science or equivalent experience
• Core OS Knowledge: Solid understanding of fundamental OS concepts (kernel vs. user space, task scheduling, memory management, and synchronization primitives).
• Programming Languages: Proficiency in Python, C and/or C++, including object-oriented principles.
• Networking Basics: Familiarity with networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, MAC addresses, packet inspection tools).
• Autonomy: Demonstrated ability to solve problems independently within assigned tasks.
• Documentation: Proven track record of learning from specification documents and adapting to new protocols or standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with containerized Linux user space applications.
• Exposure to Yocto or kernel driver development (not mandatory, but beneficial).
• Experience with space networking technologies and standards.
• DoD Secret clearance.

Additional Information

Compensation: Base salary range is $90,000-115,000/ year, depending on qualifications. SEAKR has very rich medical, dental and vision insurance plans, along with a generous 401(k) retirement plan. In addition to base salary, employees are eligible for a year-end bonus. SEAKR offers a variety of paid leave, such as vacation, sick, bereavement, and FMLA.

SEAKR is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

US Citizenship Required

Applications will be accepted until 9/17/26.