Senior Software Engineer, Orbits R&D
PlanetSalary not specified
- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Aerospace, Satellite Technology, Embedded SystemsIndustries
Requirements
Candidates should possess a Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field, along with at least 5 years of experience as a software engineer in a team environment. Strong proficiency in C/C++ programming and intermediate Python is required, complemented by familiarity with other languages. Essential embedded systems fundamentals, including user space applications, resource-efficient design, low-level drivers, bit manipulation, responsive software, and IRQ handling, are also necessary. Integration and control of external hardware devices are expected, alongside excellent communication and presentation skills.
Responsibilities
The Senior Flight Software Engineer will be an integral member of the team, defining and building Muon’s satellite bus platform and payload software, translating concepts and requirements into design and working implementations, and supporting through to on-orbit operations. They will design, bring up, and support the embedded software that runs Muon’s satellite flight systems and peripherals using Arm Cortex-M and Embedded Linux Arm Cortex-A SoC’s. This role involves participating in evaluating and selecting technologies, writing application, platform, and driver functionality, integrating compute and peripheral subsystems software, collaborating with hardware and software team members on architecture, tools, and communication, and developing software and hardware-in-the-loop test strategies.
Skills
C
C++
Python
Linux
RTOS
Arm Cortex-M
Embedded Linux
SoC
drivers
hardware-in-the-loop
software-in-the-loop
communication buses
bit manipulation
low-level drivers
resource-efficient design
Muon Space
Designs and operates satellite constellations
About Muon Space
Muon Space designs, deploys, and operates satellite constellations to provide Earth Intelligence that helps protect people, the climate, and ecosystems. Their services include creating mission strategies, building satellite systems, and managing these systems using their own AI automation technology. This approach allows them to deliver high performance and reliability while keeping costs low and speeding up satellite launches. Unlike many competitors, Muon Space focuses on understanding and solving their clients' specific needs rather than just selling satellite products. They operate on a pay-as-you-go model, which includes the development and operation of satellite constellations and the data generated from them. The team at Muon Space has significant experience from leading organizations like NASA, Google, and SpaceX, which enhances their capability to deliver valuable insights to clients in areas such as climate change, security, and resource management.
Mountain View, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2021Year Founded
$98.9MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Consulting, AI & Machine Learning, AerospaceIndustries
51-200Employees