Embedded Software Engineer

Embedded Software Engineer Space / Aerospace Guildford Hybrid

We are seeking an experienced embedded software engineer to support the existing and expanding range of embedded software used on spacecraft for a leading space and satellite company.

This role has responsibility for undertaking the design, analysis, and development of Embedded Software for Satellite Systems.

Key Tasks

• Development of complex real-time applications to meet customer requirements and interfaces

• Ability to capture requirements and deliver software within tight timeframes

• Ensure effective plans are in place to deliver software in accordance with the schedule and PA/QA requirements of the project

• Ensure risks to the development are identified, managed and communicated to Projects and Engineering

• Involvement in internal software peer reviews

Previous Experience

• Several years embedded C software development of real time systems using VxWorks, RT Linux, FreeRTOS, or Bare-Metal

• Exposure to recognised industry standard software development processes

Qualifications Knowledge & Skills

• Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Computing or similar subject

• Python and embedded C Programming Language

• Appreciation of digital electronics

• SPARC, ARM, RISC-V architectures preferable

• Knowledge of CAN, Serial, and IP communication protocols

• BitBucket/GIT version control

• Agile/JIRA development approach

• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities

• Results orientated, can-do approach

• Pro-active and able to take initiative

• Decision making and creative problem solving skills

• Highly organised with clear communication skills

• Ability to work simultaneously on a variety of projects

• Able to work autonomously and using own initiative

• Good team working skills, together with the ability to interface with others at all levels

• Strong attention to detail

• Proven ability to deliver solutions under pressure and to tight timescales

• Able to demonstrate company mindsets; accountability, one team, customers and projects rule and audacity

Benefits

• Highly competitive Salary dependent on experience

• Flexible working policies

• 32 days annual leave + BH

• Annual Company Bonus Scheme

• Up to 8% employer pension contribution

• Life Assurance (6X salary)

• Private Health Care

• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave

• Multiple Discount, Memberships schemes