Embedded Software Engineer

• As a member of our software team, you will contribute to the full software development lifecycle, from product concept through production, participating in architecture design, implementation, testing, qualification, and in-orbit support
• This role involves working closely with hardware, systems, and FPGA engineers, and provides opportunities for technical leadership and cross-disciplinary collaboration
• Develop and port embedded Linux applications, device drivers, and libraries
• Configure, customize, and integrate the Linux kernel and embedded bootloaders (e.g., U-Boot)
• Maintain and evolve the Yocto-based Linux build system within a CI/CD pipeline
• Package and deploy software images for diverse embedded hardware platforms
• Create tailored Linux distributions for specific embedded applications
• Collaborate across disciplines (firmware, hardware, systems) to ensure seamless system integration and performance
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to customer-facing technical documentation and proposals

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision
• HSA and FSA
• Company stock options
• Life, disability and retirement plans- CesiumAstro is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer II with a strong background in embedded Linux development and the Yocto build system
• This role is ideal for engineers with hands-on experience in embedded systems, including device drivers, kernel customization, bootloaders, and board bring-up, with a preference for experience with the Xilinx platform (experience with other platforms is also valued)
• Familiarity with version control, issue tracking, and peer review workflows
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Understanding of multi-threaded programming and resource-constrained environments
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
• 2+ years of professional experience in embedded software development
• Experience developing and debugging software on embedded hardware (e.g., power systems, motors, sensors)
• Proficiency in C or C++ for embedded systems
• Experience with Xilinx SoCs or other microcontroller-based systems
• Practical experience with Embedded Linux and the Yocto Project
• Proficiency with bootloaders, kernel development, and system bring-up
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and practices in embedded environments
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment