Embedded Software Engineer (m/f/d) - Small Satellite Systems
Designs, develops, tests and maintains embedded software (drivers and firmware) for small satellites and their subsystems at Berlin Space Technologies in Berlin, working across the full satellite development cycle. Core stack is C on ARM-based microcontrollers with SPI, UART and CAN buses.
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Berlin MPS
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Category
- Embedded
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Degree in software or other engineering field (or equivalent) with 3+ years embedded software development experience
- Strong knowledge of C and ARM-based microcontrollers, SPI, UART, CAN
- Experience with hardware abstraction layers and strong understanding of modular designs
- Familiar with schematics and datasheets of electronic boards and devices
- Fluent English, written and spoken (German is a plus)
- Enthusiasm for space and new technologies; teamwork in a dynamic international team
Nice to have
- Experience in C++ and unit-testing
- Knowledge of encryption and secured communications, especially in the space domain
- Knowledge of control systems
- Knowledge of image processing
- Knowledge of power systems (power distribution, batteries)
Full description
Overview
To meet the growth demand set by incoming projects we are looking for an 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
Qualifications
- Degree in software or other engineering field (or equivalent qualifications) with 3+ years’ experience in embedded software development
- Strong knowledge of C and ARM based microcontrollers, SPI, UART, CAN, etc.
- Experiences with hardware abstraction layers, strong understanding of modular designs
- Familiar with schematics and datasheets of electronic boards and devices
- Fluent English – written and spoken (German is a plus)
- Enthusiasm for space and new technologies and working in a dynamic international team
Extra Qualifications (that are nice to have)
- Experience in C++ and unit-testing
- Knowledge of encryption and secured communications, especially in the space domain
- Knowledge of control systems
- Knowledge of image processing
- Knowledge of power systems (power distribution, batteries, ...)
Please consider applying even if you do not fulfil all the qualifications.
- Working in a passionate, 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