Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or related field of study.
- Ability to support a design through all software lifecycles including initial schematic review and architectural tradeoffs, preliminary and detailed design, implementation, integration, and test.
- Experience working with real-time embedded systems - both hardware and software, including low-level drivers.
- Hands on experience developing, testing, and debugging hard real-time software.
- Strong knowledge of programming compiled (C, C++) and scripted (Python, shell script, etc.) languages.
- Experience writing software for microcontrollers and other embedded systems, e.g., Xilinx Zynq SoCs.
- Familiarity with software configuration management.
- Hand-on experience with lab equipment and electronics hardware, e.g., oscilloscopes, logic analyzers.
- To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Capella Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR .
Desired
- Experience with spacecraft software development.
- Experience writing board support packages (BSPs).
- Experience with continuous integration/continuous development (CI/CD) systems.
- Familiarity with hard real-time embedded systems (bare-metal or RTOS).
- Familiarity with embedded Linux, Linux kernel modules, and standard Linux tools.
Compensation
The annual salary range for this role as it is posted is $106,900 - $141,610. The final job level and annual salary will be determined based on the education, qualification, knowledge, skills, ability, and experience of the final candidate(s), specific office location and calibrated against relevant market data and internal team equity. Benefits listed in this posting may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Capella Space.
Benefits/Perks
In addition to an opportunity to take part in an innovative, collaborative and fast-growing business with a highly motivated and skilled team, we also take pride in taking care of our employees. Here are just a few ways that we show our appreciation:
- We offer up to 100% paid medical coverage, with robust vision and dental plans, comprehensive flexible spending accounts, and supplemental health plans
- Equity
- 401K Plan to invest in your long-term retirement planning
- Generous Parental Leave
- Flexible Paid Time Off Policy
- Commuter & Parking Benefits
- Mental Health Resources
- Monthly phone stipend
- Daily provided lunches and stocked kitchens.
- Furry friends? We’ve got you covered with dog-friendly work environment & them with pet insurance options
Equal Opportunity Statement
Capella Space is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and upholding equitable hiring practices.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic under federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you need assistance or require an accommodation during the job application process, please notify
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