Principal Embedded Software Engineer I
CesiumAstroMilton Keynes, England, United Kingdom
Posted March 5, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms.
Job Description
We are seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer I to join our team at CesiumAstro. The ideal candidate will have experience in software development, embedded systems design, and aerospace applications. They will be responsible for designing and implementing software for embedded devices and systems, as well as providing post-production/in-orbit customer support.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science (BS) or Master of Science (MS) degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering
- 9+ years of industry experience in software development
- Experience in hands-on development and troubleshooting of embedded hardware
- API design for interfacing with FPGAs
- Experience with products for aerospace applications
- Programming experience in C or C++
- Experience in embedded systems design with preemptive, multitasking real-time operating systems
- Familiarity with software configuration management tools, defect tracking tools, and peer review
- Excellent knowledge of real-time system coding techniques, IP protocols, interfaces, and hardware subsystems
- Excellent understanding of multi-threaded applications and resource management
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
