Spacecraft Embedded Software Engineer, RTOS
VardaIn-space Manufacturing company
El Segundo, United States$131,000 - $184,000 annuallySenior
Khosla Ventures
Founders Fund
Lux Capital
Caffeinated Capital
General Catalyst
Peter Thiel
Software Engineering
About the role
TL;DR
Develop reliable embedded software for spacecraft operation using RTOS.
- •Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, focusing on in-orbit pharmaceutical processing and reliable reentry capsules.
- •This role is crucial for building and operating Varda's W-Series vehicles.
- •Key Responsibilities Develop reliable firmware for spacecraft operation.
- •Own software development lifecycle from design to integration.
- •Scope projects and perform initial design trades.
- •Write C++ software for embedded processors.
- •Build highly reliable and available software systems.
- •Ensure system quality through testing and validation.
- •Requirements Bachelor's degree in CS, math, physics, engineering or equivalent. 3+ years of experience in spacecraft or safety-critical software.
- •Experience with real-time embedded hardware/software systems.
- •Experience developing in C++.
Required skills
C++Linux
Nice-to-have skills
PythonRust
Domain expertise
aerospace
Benefits & perks
Equity, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, FSA, HSA, Parental Leave, 401(k) with employer match, Relocation support, Paid holidays, Wellness reimbursement, Stock options
Tech stack
C++Linux