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Senior Embedded Software Engineer (m/f/d) - Small Satellite Systems

berlin-space-technologies Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Defense and Space Manufacturing · 51-200 employees

2 h ago
embedded Senior (5-10 yrs) Full-time Germany
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About the role

You will design, develop, and maintain embedded software for satellite systems and ground testing devices. This role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams to verify system functionality and create robust space-grade products.

What they look for

Embedded software development C ARM microcontrollers SPI UART CAN Ethernet Hardware abstraction layers Modular design Firmware development Automated testing C++ Unit-testing Embedded Linux RTOS Space systems

Requirements

Candidates must hold a degree in software or engineering with at least 5 years of experience in industrial or space-related embedded development. Strong proficiency in C, ARM-based microcontrollers, and standard communication interfaces is required.

Benefits

Exciting industry International team Flexible working time Paid overtime Hybrid working Modern workplaces

Full description

Your Tasks

Overview

To meet the growth demand set by incoming projects we are looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer. The team you will be in is responsible for the software of every satellite and satellite subsystem made by BST. Your tasks are designing, developing, testing, and maintaining the embedded systems and bringing them together in our satellites. As part of our team, you will have the chance to take part and impact the whole development cycle of a complete satellite.

Tasks• Design and development of new drivers and firmware for ARM based embedded systems

  • Adapt, improve, and extend the existing software of satellite subsystems and ground testing devices
  • Design and implement automated test software to verify the systems functionality
  • Work closely with other engineering teams to solve complex problems and create robust products
  • Writing documentation and reports
  • Embrace and adapt to new technical challenges

Your Qualifications

Qualifications• Degree in software or other engineering field (or equivalent qualifications) with 5+ years’ experience in industrial or space related embedded software development

  • Strong knowledge of C and ARM based microcontrollers
  • Solid and proven knowledge of standard interfaces SPI, UART, CAN, ETH, etc.
  • Strong understanding and experiences with hardware abstraction layers, modular designs 
  • Familiar with schematics and datasheets of electronic boards and devices
  • Experience working in multidisciplinary engineering environments with strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Fluent English – written and spoken (German is a plus)
  • Enthusiasm for space and new technologies and working in a dynamic international team

Extra Qualifications (which are nice to have)• Experience in C++ and unit-testing

  • Experience in embedded Linux or other RTOS
  • Knowledge of encryption and secured communications, especially in the space domain
  • Knowledge of image processing
  • Experience with space systems and knowledge of ECSS or comparable engineering standards

Please consider applying even if you do not fulfil all the qualifications. Your Benefits

  • A job in the most exciting industry in the solar system
  • Working in a highly motivated, friendly, and international team
  • Diverse and challenging tasks with space for your own ideas
  • Fast decision-making processes and dynamic, team-oriented working environment
  • Flexible working time and paid overtime

About us

Berlin Space Technologies GmbH (BST) is a global leader of #NewSpace, and one of the Deutscher Mittelstands Summit’s #Top100 most innovative German SME of 2023. BST develops and markets satellite systems weighing up to 500 kg. BST is set to open Germany’s largest satellite factory next year and is already a key part of the German space industry. We offer a full scale of cost-efficient products and associated services ranging from subsystems to full satellites. BST is a vertically integrated company with more than 100 employees from 15+ nationalities. We offer attractive employment conditions, flat hierarchy, modern workplaces, hybrid working, and flexible working hours in a space technology company with global reach!

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