In this position, you will be responsible for low-level and high-level software in CesiumAstro’s products through all phases of the development process. Key projects will include Linux-based single-board computers and high-reliability microcontroller systems. Cesium’s goal is to create an out-of-the-box hardware and software experience which enhances our customers’ ability to rapidly integrate our products into their systems.
As a CesiumAstro software team member, you will be responsible for software designs from concept through production, including product roadmaps, block diagrams, detailed design and coding, analysis, test, qualification, and in-orbit support. The ideal candidate will have development experience at nearly every level of the software stack, including microcontrollers, low-level drivers, board support packages (BSP), end-use applications, and user interfaces. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have experience in software testing and high-reliability qualification, as well as software engineering and software project management practices.
The successful candidate will present engineering design review materials to our customers and executive team, as well as participate in proposal-writing efforts. As such, excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design and implement software for embedded devices and systems, from requirements to production and commercial deployment
- Design, develop, code, test, debug and document system software
- Review code and system designs
- Analyze code for efficiency, stability and scalability
- Integrate and validate new product designs
- Support software quality assurance and optimize I/O performance
- Provide post-production/in-orbit customer support
- Interface with hardware design and development engineers
- Assess third party and open-source software
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Science (BS) or Master of Science (MS) degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering
- Minimum of 5 years of industry experience in software development.
- Experience in hands-on development and troubleshooting of embedded hardware. API design for interfacing with FPGAs.
- Experience with products for aerospace applications
- Programming experience in C or C++
- Experience in embedded systems design with preemptive, multitasking real-time operating systems (experience with real-time Linux is desirable)
- Familiarity with software configuration management tools, defect tracking tools, and peer review
- Excellent knowledge of real-time system coding techniques, IP protocols, interfaces, and hardware subsystems
- Excellent understanding of multi-threaded applications and resource management
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
- Adequate knowledge of reading electronics schematics and component data sheets
- Experience with ARM processors and fully-featured microcontrollers
- Experience in design and development of a Software Development Kit (SDK)
WHAT WE OFFER
- The opportunity to help establish CesiumAstro’s European office and grow our Munich team.
- High-impact role with direct exposure to leading EU space programs.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- A collaborative, innovative environment shaping the future of space communications.
Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering
- Minimum of 5 years of industry experience in software development
- Hands-on development and troubleshooting of embedded hardware
- API design for interfacing with FPGAs
- Experience with products for aerospace applications
- Programming experience in C or C++
- Experience designing embedded systems with preemptive, multitasking real-time operating systems
- Familiarity with software configuration management, defect tracking, and peer review tools
- Knowledge of real-time system coding techniques, IP protocols, interfaces, and hardware subsystems
- Understanding of multithreaded applications and resource management
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of reading electronics schematics and component data sheets
- Experience with ARM processors and fully featured microcontrollers
- Experience designing and developing a Software Development Kit
CesiumAstro Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about CesiumAstro and has not been reviewed or approved by CesiumAstro.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus FSAs and mental health benefits. Feedback suggests the health package is comprehensive for a growth-stage aerospace firm.
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Retirement Support — Offerings include a 401(k) with company matching and other retirement-plan elements. Feedback suggests core retirement mechanisms are in place alongside standard financial benefits.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous PTO, paid holidays, paid sick days, and bereavement leave are included. Feedback suggests time-off options are broad on paper across multiple leave types.
CesiumAstro Insights
What We Do
We build high-throughput, plug-and-play phased array communication payloads for space and airborne platforms. CesiumAstro’s full-stack, multi-mission hardware and software products enable a diverse range of commercial and defense objectives. Full-system engineering design is at the heart of every CesiumAstro product. We deliver high-performance solutions under rapid development timelines.
Why Work With Us
At CesiumAstro, we’re a team. We’re passionate, respectful, and determined colleagues ready to help at a moment’s notice. We’re mentors excited to enable our peers with the knowledge they need to succeed. Together, we’re visionaries committing to building memories that will last a lifetime.
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