About the role
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As an Embedded Software Engineer on the Network Software team at Astranis, you will be responsible for assisting with architecture, high level design choices, development, execution, and implementation of the flight software that commands and monitors the spacecraft
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Additionally, you will mentor junior members and collaborate with other teams to ensure that the software you’ve implemented works on their hardware
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This role will contribute to both commercial and US Government programs
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Develop Software for the Flight Computer / Earth Stations Hub for our Satellites
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Develop Firmware for control boards on the satellite/ Earth Stations Hub
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Improve and deliver reliable software through requirements generation, Design continuous integration, automated testing and code reviews
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Collaborate with multiple teams (Payload, Communications Ground Control, Telemetry)
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Develop software in C++ and Python to interface with Flight computer and interface with the custom hardware on the vehicle
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Deliver complex projects through incremental development
Benefits
- An equity stake in the company
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Unlimited vacation days
- Healthy, delicious, free lunch catered in every day
- Complementary OneMedical membership
- Great office chairs, stand-up desks, and a machine shop
- Reimbursement to spend on commuting from outside SF
- Generous, fully-paid parental leave
Qualifications
- Experience developing on and for VxWorks, Linux, FreeRTOS, or QNX Environments
- Demonstrated experience building, testing, and shipping production software
- Experience with safety critical development (FDA, FAA, Automotive)
- Experience with embedded Linux / POSIX systems
- Experience Board Bringup, debugging / Integration of Hardware Software
- Applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States, or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)
- Passionate about Space Technology
- Good Communication and Written Skills
- Experience with Building High Availability/High Reliability systems
- Experience with working on Communication Protocols (TCP/IP, I2C, SPI)
- Familiarity with Software Development Methodologies and Design Patterns
- 2-4+ years of experience developing software for products in modern C++ and Python
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