Embedded Solutions Engineer – Space Systems

Jobot; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 159,000 - 216,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision + HSA

Unlimited PTO

Commuter Benefits

Learning & Development Allowance

Health & Wellness Stipend

Sabbatical Program

Cutting-Edge Space Tech

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Embedded Engineer in Seattle, WA to architect and implement software for satellite systems. You will craft high-reliability embedded software, collaborate with hardware, RF, and operations teams, and drive the full embedded stack from drivers to application code.

You will lead system-level design, work across the stack, and help shape our next-generation satellite platform in a fast-paced, early-stage startup environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years delivering embedded systems for production hardware, preferably in aerospace/defense.
• Strong C and Python proficiency for embedded work.
• Experience with Embedded Linux, kernel drivers, and Yocto/build systems.

Responsibilities

• Write high-quality Python and C for satellite command scripts and embedded apps.
• Design and maintain embedded Linux systems for payloads.
• Develop hardware drivers for SPI, I2C, UART, Ethernet.
• Lead hardware bring-up with electrical engineers to validate designs.
• Design software mindful of radiation, thermal, and power constraints.

Skills

Python

C

Embedded Linux

Device Drivers

SPI

I2C

UART

Ethernet

FPGA

Space Systems (Optional)

Job description

Salary: $126,000.00 - $249,000.00/year (final compensation is determined by experience level, technical depth, and interview performance)

A bit about us

Our client was founded with the intention of delivering on the promise of what Internet-of-Things (IoT) was supposed to be. They're building a global Bluetooth network dedicated to machine-to-machine connectivity.

Our client is an early-stage, venture-backed startup supported by some of the best investors in the world.

Why join us

• Salary: $126,000.00 - $249,000.00/year (final compensation is determined by experience level, technical depth, and interview performance)
• Comprehensive Benefits – Health, Dental, Vision, & HSA options
• Unlimited PTO
• Commuter Benefits (if working from HQ)
• Learning & Development Allowance
• Health & Wellness Stipend
• Sabbatical Program – Recharge and explore new ideas
• Cutting-Edge Space Tech – Work on state-of-the‑art satellite system

Job Details

We are seeking an experienced Senior Embedded Engineer to architect and implement software for our satellite systems. This is a hands‑on role where you will work closely with our hardware, RF, and operations teams to develop high‑reliability embedded software that powers our constellation.

You will act as a technical leader on our engineering team, taking system‑level requirements and translating them into robust, efficient embedded solutions that operate in the harsh space environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to work across the full embedded stack: from low‑level device drivers to application‑level software managing satellite operations, all while contributing to the architecture of our next‑generation satellite platform.

This is a full‑time position based in Seattle, WA

Key Responsibilities

• Python & C Development: Write high‑quality, maintainable code in both Python and C for satellite command scripts and performance‑critical embedded applications.
• Embedded Linux Systems: Design, implement, and maintain embedded Linux systems for satellite payloads, including kernel configuration, driver development, and system optimization for resource‑constrained space hardware.
• Low‑Level Driver Development: Develop and debug device drivers for common interfaces (SPI,I2C, UART, Ethernet) and peripherals including ADCs, DACs, DDR memory controllers, and custom hardware.
• Flight Software Architecture: Contribute to the design and implementation of satellite flight software, including command & data handling, telemetry systems, and autonomous operations.
• Hardware Bring‑Up: Lead board bring‑up activities for new hardware, working closely with electrical engineers to validate designs, debug interfaces, and commission new systems.
• Space Environment Considerations: Design software with awareness of space‑specific challenges including radiation effects (SEUs, latch‑up), thermal constraints, and power budgets.

How We Work

Hands‑On Engineering: We value engineers who can move seamlessly between architecture ,implementation, and debugging. You'll work with real hardware daily.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration: You’ll interface with RF engineers, digital design engineers, mechanical engineers, and operations staff to ensure software meets system‑level needs.

Tools: We use modern development tools including AI, Git, Jira, and Confluence. Experience with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and JTAG debuggers is essential.

An Ideal Candidate Has

• A Sense of Urgency: Lead projects from concept to reality, rapidly and effectively
• High Learning Agility: Love to learn; have a grounded approach to recognizing your weaknesses and take the initiative to brush up on and sharpen your engineering foundations to better collaborate with your teammates with different backgrounds
• System‑Level Design and Analysis: Understand the requirements flow down process and be able to quickly iterate on evolving requirements
• Excellent Communication Skills: Effectively convey ideas and communicate technical topics with engineering, build staff, and operations; run self‑directed design reviews and participate in reviews of parallel systems
• Anticipation of Needs: Identify problems, think creatively, and rapidly produce reliable and cost‑effective solutions to meet the ever growing and changing needs of an early‑stage company

Qualifications

• 5+ Years of Experience: Proven track record of delivering embedded systems for production hardware, preferably in Aerospace, Defense, or other high‑reliability domains.
• Expert‑Level C Programming: Deep understanding of C for embedded systems, including memory management, real‑time constraints, and optimization techniques.
• Expert‑Level Python: Strong Python skills for scripting, automation, test frameworks, and ground system integration.
• Embedded Linux Proficiency: Solid experience with embedded Linux (kernel configuration, device drivers, build root/Yocto, or similar).
• Hardware Interface Experience: Demonstrated ability to work with SPI, I2C, UART, Ethernet, and other common protocols. Experience with ADCs, DACs, and memory interfaces (DDR).
• Hardware Debug Skills: Comfortable using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and JTAG debuggers to troubleshoot hardware and software issues.
• Space Systems (Optional): Experience designing for the space environment, including radiation hardening techniques, thermal management, and understanding of single‑event effects.
• FPGA Integration (Optional): Experience interfacing with or developing alongside FPGAs, including familiarity with common communication interfaces (AXI, PCIe, custom parallel buses),register‑mapped peripheral access from embedded Linux or bare‑metal environments, and collaborative bring‑up with digital design engineers.

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