Design embedded software for spacecraft and ground systems remotely across Canada or the United States, using C/C++ and embedded Linux.

This senior contract role supports a growing fleet of satellites through software development and maintenance. You will influence design and operation while building reliable systems. The work includes secure communications, low-level components, automated testing, and architecture collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop embedded software for spacecraft and ground-based systems
- Implement encryption, authentication, and key exchange capabilities
- Build device drivers, kernel modules, and hardware interfaces
- Create automated tests, validation tools, and technical documentation
- Participate in architecture, design, and code reviews

Requirements:

- Six or more years developing embedded software for reliable systems
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience
- Proficiency in C/C++ embedded concurrency and hardware communication
- Experience with embedded Linux, RTOS, Yocto, or FreeRTOS
- Experience with Git workflows and code reviews

Apply embedded Linux, C/C++, secure communications, and testing expertise to spacecraft software supporting a growing satellite fleet.

📌 Senior Embedded Software Engineer Spacecraft (Canada)
🏢 Go Fractional
📍 Canada