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Observable Space

Junior Embedded Software Engineer

Los Angeles, CA$100k–$160kfulltimeentryAdded today

About this role

Join Observable Space as a Junior Embedded Software Engineer working on cutting-edge space technology systems. You'll develop embedded Linux and firmware for precision optics platforms used by NASA, SpaceX, and the DoD, with hands-on mentorship from senior engineers and exposure to hardware integration, debugging, and testing.

What you'll do

  • Develop, test, and debug embedded Linux systems and low-level firmware including daemons, drivers, and bootloaders
  • Design and maintain device drivers for PCIe, SPI, I2C, UART, MIPI CSI-2, and GPIO interfaces
  • Bring up hardware peripherals like cameras and sensors, including soldering, prototyping, and initial power-on validation
  • Set up and execute component test characterization campaigns and analyze test data
  • Support longevity testing initiatives to identify potential failure modes
  • Participate in design and code reviews to develop product reliability expertise

What they're looking for

  • C and C++ programming
  • Embedded Linux development
  • Hardware interfaces (I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, Ethernet)
  • Device driver development
  • Schematic reading and interpretation
  • Lab instrumentation (multimeter, oscilloscope)
  • Soldering and hardware assembly
  • Debugging and troubleshooting

Benefits

  • Competitive salary aligned with industry standards
  • Equity/stock options
  • Flexible hybrid work (minimum 3 days/week in LA office)
  • Hands-on mentorship from senior and staff engineers
  • Exposure to cutting-edge space technology across full product line
  • Cross-functional collaboration with electrical and mechanical teams
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Observable Space

Observable Space builds advanced telescope and observatory systems for space-based and terrestrial applications, developing integrated hardware and software solutions for next-generation space infrastructure. The company is hiring electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, photonics specialists, test engineers, and full-stack software engineers to design, validate, and optimize these complex systems.

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Likely interview questions

  • Walk us through a project where you debugged a hardware or firmware issue—what was your approach and what did you learn?
  • Describe your experience with embedded Linux, device drivers, or microcontroller firmware. What projects have you worked on?
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