Principal Embedded Software Engineer II

CesiumAstro; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company stock options

Generous benefits package including health, dental, and retirement plans

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer II in Austin, Texas. This role involves designing software for embedded devices and systems, focusing on Linux-based single-board computers and microcontroller systems. Ideal candidates will have 11+ years of experience, strong C and C++ programming skills, and expertise in real-time operating systems. Excellent written and verbal communication is essential, along with hands-on troubleshooting skills. This opportunity offers a dynamic working environment and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 11 years of industry experience in software development.
• Hands-on development and troubleshooting of embedded hardware.
• Experience with preemptive, multitasking real-time operating systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement software for embedded devices and systems.
• Develop, code, test, debug and document system software.
• Support software quality assurance and optimize I/O performance.

Skills

Embedded hardware development

C programming

C++ programming

Real-time operating systems

Multi-threaded applications

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science (BS) or Master of Science (MS) in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering

Tools

Real-time Linux

Software configuration management tools

Job description

Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands‑on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward‑thinking individuals to join our team.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Embedded Software Engineer II to join our software team. In this position, you will be responsible for low‑level and high‑level software in Cesium’s products through all phases of the development process. Key projects will include Linux‑based single‑board computers and high‑reliability microcontroller systems. Cesium’s goal is to create an out‑of‑the‑box hardware and software experience which enhances our customers’ ability to rapidly integrate our products into their systems.

As a Cesium software team member, you will be responsible for software designs from concept through production, including product roadmaps, block diagrams, detailed design and coding, analysis, test, qualification, and in‑orbit support. The ideal candidate will have development experience at nearly every level of the software stack, including microcontrollers, low‑level drivers, board support packages (BSP), end‑use applications, and user interfaces. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have experience in software testing and high‑reliability qualification, as well as software engineering and software project management practices.

The successful candidate will present engineering design review materials to our customers and executive team, as well as participate in proposal‑writing efforts. As such, excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and implement software for embedded devices and systems, from requirements to production and commercial deployment.
• Design, develop, code, test, debug and document system software.
• Review code and system designs.
• Analyze code for efficiency, stability and scalability.
• Integrate and validate new product designs.
• Support software quality assurance and optimize I/O performance.
• Provide post‑production/in‑orbit customer support.
• Interface with hardware design and development engineers.
• Assess third party and open source software.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science (BS) or Master of Science (MS) degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering.
• Minimum of 11 years of industry experience in software development.
• Experience in hands‑on development and troubleshooting of embedded hardware. API design for interfacing with FPGAs.
• Extensive programming experience in C and an object oriented programming language, preferably C++.
• Experience in embedded systems design with preemptive, multitasking real‑time operating systems (experience with real‑time Linux is desirable).
• Familiarity with software configuration management tools, defect tracking tools, and peer review.
• Excellent knowledge of real‑time system coding techniques, IP protocols, interfaces, and hardware subsystems.
• Excellent understanding of multi‑threaded applications and resource management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Experience with products for aerospace applications.
• Adequate knowledge of reading electronics schematics and component data sheets.
• Experience with ARM processors and fully‑featured microcontrollers.
• Experience in design and development of a Software Development Kit (SDK).

CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. Full‑time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.

CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.