Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Spire·Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdomsenior

In short

→Desarrollar y mantener firmware embebido para satélites en un entorno rápido de diseño y lanzamiento.
→Colaborar con equipos multidisciplinarios en diseño, pruebas y resolución de fallos en sistemas embebidos en tierra y en órbita.
→Ciclo de desarrollo a lanzamiento en semanas, con enfoque en sistemas de bajo costo y alta velocidad.

Experiencia laboral en entornos internacionales o inglés avanzado (se requiere comunicació

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What they ask for

✓Licenciatura en CS, Ingeniería Eléctrica o campo relacionado
✓Dominio del lenguaje C embebido
✓Experiencia comprobada con RTOS (FreeRTOS)
✓Habilidades en protocolos serie y sus implementaciones
✓Uso avanzado de Git y entornos Linux (Ubuntu)
✓Capacidad para diagnosticar problemas complejos en sistemas embebidos sin JTAG

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We are seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to join our Platform team supporting Spacecraft Operations. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting other disciplines by focusing on the embedded software aspects of our satellite systems. The Platform team interfaces directly with many engineering groups to conduct R&D, design, manufacturing, and operations activities, ultimately ensuring all current and future spacecraft systems satisfy their mission. Ideal candidates will embrace the commercialization of nanosatellite systems and adapt to low-cost, fast-paced systems design, development, and implementation methodologies that set Spire apart from our competition. In this fast-paced environment, the design to launch cycle is measured in weeks and months, not years! Technologies: FreeRTOS for real-time operating system implementation GNU ARM Embedded Toolchain for code compilation GDB for debugging, complemented by extensive use of serial and/or CAN debugging Experience with debugging techniques for systems without JTAG access, particularly for remote issue resolution Familiarity with manual testing procedures for embedded interface code Experience working with Arm Cortex Microcontrollers Version control using Git Spire operates a hybrid work model, and this position will require you to work a minimum of three days per week in the office. Access to US export-controlled software and/or technology may be required for this role. If needed, Spire will arrange the necessary licenses—this is not something candidates need to have before applying. Perks 🛰️ Name Your Satellite Program (NYSP) 🚀 Launch Attendance 🌴 Generous Time Off Policy 🎓 Education Assistance Program 🥰 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 📈 Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) 👣 Family Leave 💪 Fitness Reimbursement 🧡 Employee Referral Program 🍉 Healthy snacks & beverages in every office About Spire We improve life on Earth with data from space. Spire Global is a space-to-cloud analytics company that owns and operates the largest multi-purpose constellation of satellites. Its proprietary data and algorithms provide the most advanced maritime, aviation, and weather tracking in the world. In addition to its constellation, Spire's data infrastructure includes a global ground station network and 24/7 operations that provide real-time global coverage of every point on Earth.

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