Spacecraft Embedded Software Engineer — Firmware & Systems

Astro Digital

Littleton (CO)

On-site

USD 130,000 - 175,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Company stock options
Healthcare
401(k) retirement plan
Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Astro Digital is searching for an Embedded Software Engineer to develop low-level software that interfaces with hardware in spacecraft subsystems. This role is based at our Littleton, Colorado headquarters.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's in a relevant field and extensive experience in embedded software development, particularly with C and C++. The position emphasizes a strong growth mindset and system-oriented thinking.

Compensation ranges from $130k–$175k annually, with a comprehensive benefits package offered.

Qualifications

  • 5 years of embedded software experience.
  • Experience developing firmware in low-level environments.
  • Ability to work independently on tasks.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain embedded software for spacecraft subsystems.
  • Write and debug low-level drivers.
  • Support hardware bring-up and debugging.

Skills

Embedded software development
C and modern C++
Low-level driver development
Hardware debugging
RTOS knowledge
Git-based workflows

Education

Bachelor’s degree in EE, CE, CS, or related field

Tools

GDB
JTAG
Oscilloscope
Logic analyzer
Multimeter

Job description

Astro Digital is searching for an Embedded Software Engineer to develop low-level software that interfaces with hardware in spacecraft subsystems. This role is based at our Littleton, Colorado headquarters.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's in a relevant field and extensive experience in embedded software development, particularly with C and C++. The position emphasizes a strong growth mindset and system-oriented thinking.

Compensation ranges from $130k–$175k annually, with a comprehensive benefits package offered.

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