Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer

Job Description

The Software Embedded Engineer will work on deployable space structures, specifically focusing on satellite wings. This role is pivotal in building the software engineering team, starting with collaboration between Software, Hardware, and FPGA Engineers to propose and develop innovative solutions. The Engineer will be responsible for defining system-level hardware and software interfaces and developing comprehensive software test procedures.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Software, Hardware, and FPGA Engineers to propose and develop software and hardware solutions.
• Define system-level hardware and software interfaces.
• Develop software test procedures.
• Work on deployable space structures, specifically satellite wings.

Essential Skills

• 10+ years of experience in Software Embedded Engineering.
• 10+ years of RF Engineering experience.
• Proficiency in Embedded C and Embedded Linux.
• Strong integrated Embedded skills.
• Experience with Gitflow workflow model, Atlassian and Jenkins Automation.
• Understanding of agile methodology.
• Knowledge of RTOS, SOC2, and FPGA.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with space and satellite systems.
• Familiarity with aerospace software system design and implementation.
• Proficiency in C, C++, and Ubuntu.
• BS Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science.

Work Environment

The Engineer will be part of a small and growing team, reporting directly to the VP of Software Engineering. The role offers the possibility of occasional remote work and may require light travel to FL and CO. The work environment is centered on cutting-edge innovation for national security needs, advancing capabilities in MEO, GEO, and Hybrid Space Architectures.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100.00 - $120.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Jose,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 11, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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