Embedded Software Engineer II

SEAKR Engineering, Inc.; Centennial, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Year-end bonus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid leave

Job summary

SEAKR Engineering, Inc. in Centennial, Colorado is seeking a junior to mid-level Embedded Software Engineer to design and implement embedded software in C/C++ for space-grade electronics.

This role works primarily onsite with some hybrid flexibility and offers growth through collaboration with senior engineers. You will develop low-level software, implement state machines, manage interrupts, and apply OS concepts, while gaining experience with networking on embedded devices and Linux-based

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of embedded systems development experience.
• Proficiency in C/C++ and Python.
• Strong OS fundamentals and networking basics.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded software in constrained environments.
• Implement state machines and handle interrupts.
• Work with OS concepts such as scheduling, memory management, and synchronization.
• Add networking capabilities to embedded devices (TCP/IP).

Skills

C/C++

Python

OS concepts

Networking basics

Autonomy

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Yocto

Linux

Kernel drivers

Job description

• Compensation: USD 90000 - USD 115000 - yearly

Company 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.

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.

Applications will be accepted until 9/17/26.