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Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Small Satellite Systemsberlin-space-technologies · Berlin
Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Small Satellite Systems
BerlinOn-siteFull-time
AI Summary
Designs, develops, tests and maintains embedded software and firmware for ARM-based satellite subsystems and ground test devices, integrating them into complete satellites.
About this role
Your Tasks
Overview
To meet the growth demand set by incoming projects we are looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer. The team you will be in is responsible for the software of every satellite and satellite subsystem made by BST. Your tasks are designing, developing, testing, and maintaining the embedded systems and bringing them together in our satellites. As part of our team, you will have the chance to take part and impact the whole development cycle of a complete satellite.
Tasks
- Design and development of new drivers and firmware for ARM based embedded systems
- Adapt, improve, and extend the existing software of satellite subsystems and ground testing devices
- Design and implement automated test software to verify the systems functionality
- Work closely with other engineering teams to solve complex problems and create robust products
- Writing documentation and reports
- Embrace and adapt to new technical challenges
Your Qualifications
Qualifications
- A degree in software engineering or related engineering field (or equivalent qualifications) with 5+ years of experience in industrial or space related embedded software development
- Strong knowledge of C and ARM based microcontrollers
- Solid and proven knowledge of standard interfaces SPI, UART, CAN, ETH, etc.
- Strong understanding and experiences with hardware abstraction layers, modular designs
- Familiar with schematics and datasheets of electronic boards and devices
- Experience working in multidisciplinary engineering environments with strong communication and collaboration skills
- Fluent English – written and spoken (German is a plus)
- Enthusiasm for space and new technologies and working in a dynamic international team
Extra Qualifications (which are nice to have)
- Experience in C++ and unit-testing
- Experience in embedded Linux or other RTOS
- Knowledge of encryption and secured communications, especially in the space domain
- Knowledge of image processing
- Experience with space systems and knowledge of ECSS or comparable engineering standards
Your Benefits
- A job in the most exciting industry in the solar system
- Working in a highly motivated, friendly, and international team
- Diverse and challenging tasks with space for your own ideas
- Fast decision-making processes and dynamic, team-oriented working environment
- Flexible working time and paid overtime
Skills
ARM MicrocontrollersAutomated TestingCC++CANDatasheetsDriver DevelopmentECSSEmbedded LinuxEthernetFirmware DevelopmentHardware Abstraction LayerRTOSSchematicsSPIUARTUnit Testing
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