Embedded Software Engineer for Space Services

Embedded Software Engineer for Space Services

EnduroSat

Naples, Italy

What is the role?

• Develop and optimize embedded software solutions tailored for space services, ensuring reliability and performance in satellite systems
• Support the development of (bare metal & RTOS) firmware run on embedded microcontrollers
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to design and implement software for space-based applications, emphasizing mission-critical functionalities
• Optimize software to improve system adaptability, performance, and security
• Participate in testing new and existing firmware
• Perform system bring-up, debug, and validation
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards (i.e. ECSS, MISRA, etc.)

What do we look for?

• A Degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related degree or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of proven experience in embedded software development
• Strong foundation in real-time operating systems
• Proficiency in C++, and Python is a plus
• Understanding of the software development life cycle, from requirements to testing closure and maintenance
• Familiarity with computer system architecture, microprocessors, and microcontroller fundamentals (caches, buses, DMA, ADC, SPI, PWM, etc.)

How to stand out?

• Be open to knowledge-sharing
• Understand the importance of last-mile delivery
• Be a quick learner, proactive, self-starter
• Have excellent communication skills and a positive attitude
• Be passionate about space