Principal Software Engineer

Job Description

Senior or Principal Software Engineer (Full-time, On-site, San Diego, CA)

We are seeking an experienced Principal or Senior Embedded Software Engineer to design and develop embedded software for space-based systems, including computer boards. This is a hands-on, on-site position focused on real-time, high-reliability applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, document, and test embedded software for aerospace products.
• Develop and debug bootloaders, BSPs, kernels, and device drivers for VxWorks 6.9/7.0, Embedded Linux, RTEMS, and bare-metal environments.
• Write code in C/C++ and assembly for embedded systems; develop Python-based desktop GUI tools (e.g., pyvisa, nidaqmx) for automated test equipment.
• Support system verification, debugging, and manufacturing with test programs, plans, and technical expertise.
• Participate in technical customer discussions and cross-discipline design reviews.
• Contribute to software architecture, planning, risk management, and process improvement across projects.

Qualifications

• 8 30 years of experience in embedded software development.
• Proficiency in C/C++, Python, BSP, kernel, and driver development.
• Strong experience with VxWorks, Embedded Linux, and/or bare-metal systems.
• Familiar with Buildroot/Yocto, NAND Flash file systems, and low-level hardware debugging using lab tools and in-circuit emulators.
• BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field (MS preferred).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and teamwork skills.