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Embedded Software EngineerLoft Orbital Solutions • Golden, CO, US
Embedded Software Engineer

Embedded Software Engineer

Loft Orbital Solutions • Golden, CO, US
9 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description
Wanna join the adventure?
As a member of our Embedded Systems Team, you will contribute to the embedded software design and development of our satellite electronic payloads—cutting-edge systems advancing the state of space-as-a-service. Our work pushes the boundaries of in-space compute, RF communications, software-defined payloads, and more. You’ll collaborate closely with experienced engineers to bring these ideas to life and see your work launched into orbit.
About this Role:
  • Design and implement high-quality embedded software for satellite systems, following best practices for modularity, maintainability, testability, and efficiency
  • Develop and maintain interface drivers, data handling, and networking capabilities
  • Support SW/FW/HW integration to deliver fully functional software solutions
  • Write and maintain unit tests and component tests; contribute to CI pipelines
  • Participate in hands-on board bring-up, debugging, and system-level testing
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware, systems, and test engineers
Must Haves:
  • 4+ years of experience writing C or C++ for embedded systems (Embedded Linux)
  • Working knowledge of Linux systems, including kernel concepts, device drivers, or BSPs
  • Experience with local and remote debugging tools and workflows (e.g., gdb)
  • Familiarity with hardware interfaces and communication protocols (e.g., UART, DMA, Ethernet, LVDS, SpaceWire)
  • Experience using Linux build and cross-compilation toolchains (e.g., Yocto, Buildroot)
  • Exposure to common processor architectures such as ARM-based SoCs
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Curious, resourceful, and comfortable working on novel technical problems
  • Ability to take ownership of tasks while collaborating effectively within a multi-disciplinary team
  • Willingness to learn, adapt, and grow into new technologies and responsibilities
Nice to Haves:
  • Experience with aerospace, space systems, or other safety-critical software
  • Exposure to virtualization technologies (hypervisors and/or containers)
  • Familiarity with radiation effects or Single Event Upset (SEU) mitigation concepts
Some of Our Awesome Benefits:
  • 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance option for employees and dependents
  • Flexible Spending (FSA) and Health Savings (HSA) Accounts offered with an employer contribution to the HSA
  • 100% employer paid Life, AD&D, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability insurance
  • Flexible Time Off policy for vacation and sick leave, and 12 paid holidays
  • 401(k) plan and equity options
  • Daily catered lunches and snacks in office
  • International exposure to our team in France
  • Fully paid parental leave; 14 weeks for birthing parent and 10 weeks for non-birthing parent
  • Carrot Fertility provides comprehensive, inclusive fertility healthcare and family-forming benefits with financial support
  • Off-sites and many social events and celebrations
  • Relocation assistance when applicable
State law requires us to tell you the base compensation range for this role, which is $120,000- $180,000 per year in Colorado This is determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary range for this role is intentionally wide as we evaluate individuals based on their unique experience and abilities to fit our needs. Most importantly, we are excited to meet you, and see if you are a great fit for our team. What we can’t quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy.
*Research shows that while men apply to jobs where they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other underrepresented people tend to only apply when they meet 100% of the qualifications. At Loft, we value respectful debate and people who aren’t afraid to challenge assumptions. We strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don’t check all the boxes.

Who We Are

Loft: Space Made Simple.

Founded in 2017, Loft provides governments, companies, and research institutions with a fast, reliable, and simple way to deploy missions in orbit.

We integrate, launch, and operate spacecraft, offering end-to-end missions as a service across Earth observation, IoT connectivity, on-orbit AI, national security missions, and more. Leveraging our existing space infrastructure and an extensive inventory of satellite buses, Loft is reducing years-long integration and launch timelines to months. With more than 30 missions flown, Loft’s flight heritage and proven technologies enable customers to focus on their mission objectives.

With a growing fleet on track to reach 30 satellites by 2027, we are scaling up quickly across our offices in San Francisco, CA \u007C Golden, CO \u007C and Toulouse, France to meet accelerating demand for space infrastructure.

As an international company your resume will be reviewed by people across our offices so please attach a copy in English.
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