Software Engineer – Systems & Real-Time (RTOS / HIL) at Nominal

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, Defense, Autonomous VehiclesIndustries

Requirements

4+ years of systems-level or embedded software development in C++ (C++17 or newer) or Rust, with a deep understanding of real-time constraints and deterministic scheduling
Experience with RTOSs such as QNX, RTEMS, FreeRTOS, VxWorks, or Linux PREEMPT-RT
Background in HIL or SIL testing, real-time control loops, or simulation frameworks for aerospace, automotive, or robotics
Strong grasp of hardware interfaces, timing jitter, interrupt handling, and low-level I/O
Familiarity with signal acquisition, control systems, and sensor fusion concepts
Ability to debug at multiple layers — from driver-level to distributed telemetry — and to reason clearly about timing and causality

Responsibilities

Design and implement hard real-time components for data acquisition, control, and simulation using C++ and/or Rust
Develop deterministic communication layers for CAN, EtherCAT, serial, and MIL-STD-1553 or similar field buses
Architect the core HIL runtime, including task schedulers, timing controllers, and synchronization primitives
Integrate with embedded targets, flight computers, and sensor networks to validate autonomy and control software
Collaborate with infrastructure and visualization teams to connect real-time execution with distributed telemetry, playback, and analysis pipelines
Profile, benchmark, and harden low-latency systems to meet microsecond-level timing guarantees
Establish testing and verification standards for real-time correctness and timing determinism across the platform

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

C++RustRTOSHILCANEtherCATMIL-STD-1553serial communicationdeterministic schedulingtask schedulingtelemetryreal-time systems

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What skills are required for the Software Engineer – Systems & Real-Time role?

The role requires 4+ years of systems-level or embedded software development in C++ (C++17 or newer) or Rust with deep understanding of real-time constraints and deterministic scheduling, experience with RTOSs such as QNX, RTEMS, FreeRTOS, VxWorks, or Linux PREEMPT-RT, and background in HIL or SIL testing, real-time control loops, or simulation frameworks for aerospace, automotive, or robotics.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the company culture like at Nominal?

Nominal is a small, fast-moving team of engineers and operators who own problems end-to-end, work across disciplines, and thrive on solving challenges at the intersection of hardware and software.

What makes a strong candidate for this role?

Strong candidates have 4+ years of systems-level or embedded software experience in C++ or Rust, RTOS background, and experience in HIL/SIL testing or real-time control for aerospace, automotive, or robotics, along with strong hardware interface knowledge.

Nominal

Software tools for engineering hardware systems

About Nominal

Nominal.io provides software tools designed specifically for engineering teams working with complex hardware systems. Their platform allows these teams to test and deploy hardware systems significantly faster than traditional methods, making it particularly beneficial for industries such as aerospace, defense, energy, and telecommunications, where hardware performance is critical. The platform consolidates data from various sources, enabling engineers to monitor and analyze their systems effectively in a secure environment. Unlike many competitors, Nominal.io focuses on a niche market with high demands for reliability, offering a software-as-a-service (SaaS) model that ensures clients have continuous access to the latest features. The company's goal is to enhance the resilience and performance of hardware systems, positioning itself as a key partner for engineering teams looking to improve their deployment processes.

Austin, TexasHeadquarters

2022Year Founded

$26.7MTotal Funding

SERIES_ACompany Stage

Industrial & Manufacturing, Enterprise Software, Aerospace, DefenseIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Professional Development Budget

Quarterly company retreats

Risks

AWS's space accelerator program increases competition in the aerospace sector.

Reliance on government partnerships exposes Nominal to policy and budget changes.

Rapid tech advancements could render Nominal's offerings obsolete without innovation.

Differentiation

Nominal offers a secure platform for mission-critical hardware data management.

The company accelerates hardware testing and deployment up to ten times faster.

Nominal's SaaS model ensures continuous access to the latest features and updates.

Upsides

Recent $27.5M funding strengthens Nominal's financial foundation and market reach.

Partnerships with the U.S. government enhance opportunities in aerospace and defense.

Leadership experience from SpaceX, Palantir, and NASA boosts industry credibility.

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