Principal Software Engineer

NPAworldwide; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

NPAworldwide is seeking a Senior or Principal Embedded Software Engineer to design and develop embedded software for space-based systems in San Diego, CA. This hands-on, on-site role focuses on real-time, high-reliability applications.

The ideal candidate will work with C/C++, Python, BSPs, kernels, and drivers, and have strong VxWorks or Embedded Linux experience, including debugging with lab tools and emulators. This is a full-time on-site position with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Extensive embedded software development experience in aerospace.
• Proficient in C/C++, Python, BSPs, kernels and drivers.
• Strong experience with VxWorks, Embedded Linux or bare-metal systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, document, and test embedded software for aerospace products.
• Develop and debug bootloaders, BSPs, kernels, and device drivers for VxWorks, Embedded Linux, RTOS environments.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Embedded systems

Driver development

VxWorks/RTOS

Education

BS in Computer Science/Engineering

MS preferred

Tools

Buildroot/Yocto

NAND Flash

In-circuit emulators

GDB/Debug tools

Job description

Job Description

Senior or Principal Software Engineer (Full-time, On-site, San Diego, CA)

We are seeking an experienced Principal or Senior Embedded Software Engineer to design and develop embedded software for space-based systems, including computer boards. This is a hands-on, on-site position focused on real-time, high-reliability applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, document, and test embedded software for aerospace products.
• Develop and debug bootloaders, BSPs, kernels, and device drivers for VxWorks 6.9/7.0, Embedded Linux, RTEMS, and bare-metal environments.
• Write code in C/C++ and assembly for embedded systems; develop Python-based desktop GUI tools (e.g., pyvisa, nidaqmx) for automated test equipment.
• Support system verification, debugging, and manufacturing with test programs, plans, and technical expertise.
• Participate in technical customer discussions and cross-discipline design reviews.
• Contribute to software architecture, planning, risk management, and process improvement across projects.

Qualifications

• 830 years of experience in embedded software development.
• Proficiency in C/C++, Python, BSP, kernel, and driver development.
• Strong experience with VxWorks, Embedded Linux, and/or bare-metal systems.
• Familiar with Buildroot/Yocto, NAND Flash file systems, and low-level hardware debugging using lab tools and in-circuit emulators.
• BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field (MS preferred).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and teamwork skills.

Why Is This a Great Opportunity

well established company, great technology and projects, very interesting work, good team of engineers, doing work in the growing space industry

Salary Type : Annual Salary

Salary Min : $ 150000

Salary Max : $ 220000

Currency Type : USD