Software Engineer - Yocto/Linux

We are seeking an experienced Embedded Linux/Software Engineer to join our Platform team (folks looking after the spacecraft). The successful candidate will play a crucial role in developing software for our satellite systems, contributing to the expansion and enhancement of our space-based data collection capabilities. 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!

What You’ll Do as a Embedded Linux/Software Engineer:

• Maintain and develop daemons that interface with embedded systems using low-level protocols and higher-level protocols for business logic


• Implement communication interfaces between embedded systems and higher-level processes


• Integrate C libraries for specific hardware interfaces


• Contribute to the design and implementation of fault-tolerant systems


• Collaborate closely with the Electrical Engineering team to ensure optimal software-hardware integration


• Spin up new designs and maintain existing products with Yocto - focused on


• Xilinx MPSoC systems, but we also support number of other systems

Key Skills:

• C/C++, Bash and Python


• Proficiency working with the Yocto framework: (for application design and base OS modifications including kernel modules)


• Knowledge of a Linux-based development environment (Ubuntu)


• Experience with real-time communication protocols (low level: CAN/UART/SPI/I2C)


• Experience with inter-process communication protocols (higher level mostly IP based)


• Understanding of electronics and ability to communicate effectively with hardware engineers (especially for board bring up and test)


• Excellent documentation skills Preferred Skills: Working knowledge or Rust would be a bonus


• Familiarity with safety-critical embedded systems in any industry


• Knowledge of version control systems, particularly Git and GitHub


• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines


• Experience with project management tools


• Understanding of cybersecurity principles for embedded systems


• Knowledge of telemetry and command systems


• Experience with formal verification methods for critical software components


• Experience in implementing Fault Detection, Isolation, and Recovery (FDIR) systems for embedded applications Tools and Technologies: · C, C++


• Scripting languages (Bash/Python)


• Yocto, Bitbake


• Ubuntu (development environment)


• Version control using Git We value adaptability and a willingness to learn new tools and technologies as needed for the role.

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 for this role. If needed, Spire will arrange the necessary licenses—this is not something candidates need to have before applying. #LI-MI