Cesium Astro
Embedded Software Engineer II
About this role
CesiumAstro is hiring an Embedded Software Engineer II to develop communication systems for satellites and aerospace platforms. You'll work with embedded Linux, Yocto, and device drivers across the full software lifecycle, collaborating with hardware and FPGA teams in a dynamic environment.
What you'll do
- Develop and optimize embedded Linux systems using Yocto build framework
- Design and implement device drivers, kernel modules, and bootloader solutions
- Perform board bring-up and hardware integration for satellite/UAV platforms
- Participate in architecture design, testing, and qualification of flight software
- Collaborate with hardware, systems, and FPGA engineers on cross-functional projects
- Support in-orbit software deployment and troubleshooting
What they're looking for
- Embedded Linux and Yocto build system
- Device driver development and kernel customization
- Bootloader and board bring-up experience
- Xilinx FPGA platform (preferred)
- C/C++ programming
- Systems-level debugging and testing
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Real-time embedded systems
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Cesium Astro
Cesium Astro develops advanced hardware and systems for aerospace applications including satellites, UAVs, and rocket propulsion platforms. The company is hiring for specialized engineering roles including FPGA engineers, wire harness designers, turbomachinery engineers, and software project engineers to support its satellite and spacecraft development.
View all jobs at Cesium AstroLikely interview questions
- Walk us through your experience with Yocto—how have you customized recipes or layers for specific hardware platforms?
- Describe a device driver you've written from scratch; what challenges did you face and how did you solve them?