Embedded Software Engineer - Network Software

Astranis Space Technologies Corp.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity (ISOs)

On-site meals

401(k)

Job summary

Astranis Space Technologies Corp. is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer for the Network Software team to help shape flight software that commands and monitors spacecraft.

You will design, implement, and test software for the flight computer and related hardware, working with cross-functional teams to ensure reliability. You'll develop in C++ on real-time embedded platforms, mentor juniors, and contribute to both commercial and government programs.

Qualifications

• 2–4+ years of experience developing software for products in modern C++ or C.
• Familiarity with software development methodologies and design patterns.
• Experience with communication protocols (TCP/IP, I2C, SPI).
• Good communication and written skills.
• Passionate about space technology.
• Experience building high‑availability / high‑reliability systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop software for the Flight Computer / Earth Stations Hub for our satellites.
• Develop firmware for control boards on the satellite / Earth Stations Hub.
• Improve and deliver reliable software through requirements generation, design continuous integration, automated testing, and code reviews.
• Collaborate with multiple teams (Payload, Communications Ground Control, Telemetry).
• Develop software in C++ to interface with the flight computer and with custom hardware on the vehicle.
• Deliver complex projects through incremental development.

Skills

C/C++ development

Communication

High availability

Space tech interest

Tools

TCP/IP

I2C

SPI

Job description

Embedded Software Engineer – Network Software

As an Embedded Software Engineer on the Network Software team at Astranis, you will be responsible for assisting with architecture, high‑level design choices, development, execution, and implementation of the flight software that commands and monitors the spacecraft. Additionally, you will mentor junior members and collaborate with other teams to ensure that the software you implement works on their hardware.

This role will contribute to both commercial and US Government programs.

Role

• Develop software for the Flight Computer / Earth Stations Hub for our satellites.
• Develop firmware for control boards on the satellite / Earth Stations Hub.
• Improve and deliver reliable software through requirements generation, design continuous integration, automated testing, and code reviews.
• Collaborate with multiple teams (Payload, Communications Ground Control, Telemetry).
• Develop software in C++ to interface with the flight computer and with custom hardware on the vehicle.
• Deliver complex projects through incremental development.

Requirements

• 2–4+ years of experience developing software for products in modern C++ or C.
• Familiarity with software development methodologies and design patterns.
• Experience with communication protocols (TCP/IP, I2C, SPI).
• Good communication and written skills.
• Passionate about space technology.
• Experience building high‑availability / high‑reliability systems.

Bonus

• Experience with Python.
• Experience with embedded Linux / POSIX systems.
• Experience developing on and for VxWorks, Linux, FreeRTOS, or QNX environments.
• Demonstrated experience building, testing, and shipping production software.
• Experience with safety‑critical development (FDA, FAA, Automotive).
• Experience with board bring‑up, debugging, and integration of hardware and software.

What we offer

All our positions offer a compensation package that includes equity and robust benefits.

Base pay is just one component of Astranis’s total rewards package. Your compensation also includes a significant equity package via incentive stock options, high‑quality company‑subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance, 401(k) retirement planning, flexible PTO, and free on‑site catered meals.

Base Salary: $130,000 – $175,000 USD

Eligibility Requirements

U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required. (To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States, or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Our mission and our products are meant to connect the world and everyone in it, regardless of gender, race, creed, or any other distinction. We believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage all people to join our team and bring their unique perspective to help make us stronger.