Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Senior Embedded Software Engineer – Space Hardware

Our client, an innovative company in the space technology sector, is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join their team on a Full Time, Permanent Basis. In this role, you will be working on secure hardware management, field bus integration, and custom embedded solutions for high-reliability applications.

The team are incredibly supportive and strongly encourage applications from individuals living outside of France. They’re happy to help with your relocation process!

*Please note: Due to the highly regulated nature of the space industry and strict export control laws governing their products, this opportunity is only open to candidates who hold citizenship from a country within the European Union or NATO (excluding the USA).

The Opportunity:
You will contribute to embedded software development for space systems, working together with their skilled team of engineers, you’ll help define and implement critical software components while adhering to industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop embedded software for on-board data handling, including packet processing, telecommunication protocols, and hardware interfacing.
• Specify, implement, and test bare-metal embedded software for mission-critical systems.
• Optimize performance using low-level Linux features in embedded environments.
• Develop and execute unit, integration, and functional tests to ensure system reliability.

Why Join the team?

• Ownership & impact: A collaborative NewSpace environment where you can drive decisions and take ownership of your work.
• Cutting-edge technology: Work with Rust and modern development practices in embedded systems.
• Agile & forward-thinking: A flexible approach with a focus on adopting cross-industry innovations (e.g., cloud/automotive tech for space applications).
• Growth potential: Be part of a team shaping the future of space hardware interfaces.

Technical Expertise:

• Degree in STEM with a background in embedded software development.
• 3-5 years of industry experience in embedded systems (space, aerospace, automotive, or related high-reliability fields),
• Proficiency in C and experience or exposure to Rust/ Go/ Ada, or similar.
• Knowledge of on-board data handling – space industry experience preferred, but experience within aerospace, rail, drones are also relevant.
• Familiarity with embedded Linux (Yocto, Buildroot).

If you’re excited about this opportunity, apply now or reach out to discuss further. Our client is eager to meet talented engineers ready to make an impact!

angela.olmo@newspacetechnical.com