Senior Flight Software Engineer

Umbra; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company focused on space systems in Santa Barbara is seeking an experienced Flight Software Engineer. The successful candidate will develop embedded flight software critical for company missions, collaborating with a cross-functional engineering team. This role offers an opportunity to work on innovative systems that contribute to global understanding through the use of satellite data.

Benefits

Flexible Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401k with company contribution

Stock Options

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in high-reliability software development.
• Expertise in developing code in Rust or C/C++.
• Proficient in programming embedded ARM cores.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain reliable, fault-tolerant flight software.
• Collaborate with engineering teams for system integration.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation for software interfaces.

Skills

Concurrent programming

Asynchronous programming

Embedded software development

Kernel development

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

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Umbra builds next-generation space systems that observe the Earth in unprecedented fidelity.

Our mission: Deliver global omniscience.

To stay ahead of climate change, geopolitical risk, and other major crises and issues, we need a global understanding of what is changing, where, and how fast. Umbra provides easy access to the highest quality commercial satellite data available, which is an indispensable tool for the growing number of organizations monitoring the Earth. We empower our customers to create the solutions that inform, inspire, and address our planet's most pressing needs. We're helping to create a brand new industry that has never meaningfully existed before.

We are seeking an experienced Flight Software Engineer to play a key role in delivering embedded flight software for Umbra missions. In this role, you will be responsible for code development, system integration, documentation, peer reviews, and testing to ensure the successful deployment of mission-critical software.

This position is located onsite in our Santa Barbara, CA office.


Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a cross-functional engineering team to design, develop, and maintain reliable, fault-tolerant flight software
• Implement software solutions that meet system requirements while managing interfaces between multiple spacecraft subsystems and ground systems
• Develop command and control software for spacecraft flight operations, payloads, and peripheral electronics
• Contribute to and lead test campaigns, including unit testing and automated tests at both subsystem and system levels
• Create and maintain detailed documentation for software operations and interfaces with hardware/software products
• Perform other professional duties as assigned
  
  
  

Requirements


Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of proven experience in high-reliability software development
• Expertise in developing concurrent and asynchronous code in Rust or C/C++
• Strong background in embedded software development, including experience with Rust, C, or C++
• Hands-on experience with kernel development using Yocto
• Proficient in programming embedded ARM cores supporting SoC architectures, and working within Linux, RTOS, or bare-metal environments
• Deep understanding of processor architecture and optimizing code for performance and memory efficiency
• Experience with software development tools and processes, including source control, bug tracking, and design documentation
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and dynamic development environment
  
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Software Engineering with 7+ years of relevant experience
• Familiarity with Python programming
• Experience working within an agile development framework
• Knowledge of Ethernet, SPI, I2C, UART, and PCIe interfaces
• Experience developing software for autonomous, fault-critical systems
• Experience with developing, deploying, and maintaining software product lines
  
  
  

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off, Sick, Family & Medical Leave
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, STD (employer funded)
• Vol Life, Critical Illness, Accidental, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance (employee funded)
• 401k with 3% non-elective company contribution
• Stock Options
  
  
  

Umbra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.


Employment Eligibility Verification

In compliance with federal laws, all hired persons will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) upon hire.

ITAR/EAR Requirements

This position may include access to technology and/or data that is subject to U.S. export controls pursuant to ITAR and EAR. To comply with federal export controls, all persons hired must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee or asylee as defined by 8 U.S.C.

• 1324b(a)(3), or must otherwise be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or U.S. Department of Commerce as applicable
  
  
  

Pay Transparency

This job posting may cover multiple career levels. To ensure greater transparency, we provide base salary ranges for all roles, regardless of location. Our standard pay ranges are based on the role's function and level, benchmarked against similar growth-stage companies. Compensation may vary based on geographical location, as certain regions may have different cost-of-living factors. The final offer will also be influenced by the candidate's skills, responsibilities, and relevant experience.

Compensation Range

The Compensation Range for this role is $120,000 - $160,000.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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