Embedded Application Engineer

Hello Software DeveloperAt Loft Orbital, we have just successfully launched our first three satellites that we fly and operate ourselves.We are now actively looking for embedded developers to join and help us build the technology to drive the success of our future missions.We are looking for Embedded Application Engineers to work in our Golden (Colorado) OR San Francisco (California) offices.As an Embedded Application Engineer, you will help develop software to run on our satellites that interface directly with customer payloads. We are looking for engineers able to comprehend complex and rich systems, spanning over various nodes running embedded Linux. Our culture at Loft Orbital promotes collaboration and ownership of our developers, fostering efforts hand to hand with other teams, internally and externally.About this Role:Develop software applications to run on our satellites that interface directly with customer payloads over a distributed system running embedded Linux.Provide technical assistance in troubleshooting satellite issues.Participate in operation of satellites.Must Haves:Building applications with C/C++ on distributed embedded Linux systemsFollowing test driven development practicesCapacity to clearly and concisely communicate about technical problems and propose thorough iterative solutionsTaste for large exposure across internal and external teamsNice to Haves:Experience with communication protocols, high-level (gRPC) and low-level (custom implementation of bit packed protocols)A solid understanding of distributed systems and service oriented architecturesWorking understanding of Docker or other containerization servicesProficiency with PythonSome of our awesome benefits:100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance option for employees and dependentsFlexible Spending (FSA) and Health Savings (HSA) Accounts offered with an employer contribution to the HSA100% employer paid Life, AD&D, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability insuranceFlexible Time Off policy for vacation and sick leave, and 12 paid holidays401(k) plan and equity optionsDaily catered lunches and snacksInternational exposure to our team in FranceFully paid parental leave; 14 weeks for primary caregiver and 10 weeks for secondary caregiverCarrot Fertility provides comprehensive, inclusive fertility healthcare and family-forming benefits with financial supportOff-sites and many social events and celebrationsRelocation assistance when applicableThe salary range for this role is $115,000 - $134,000 per year, determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.Who We AreLoft Orbital builds “shareable” satellites, providing a fast & simple path to orbit for organizations that require access to space. Powered by our hardware & software products, we operate satellites, fly customer payloads onboard, and handle entire missions from end to end - significantly reducing the lead-time and risk of a traditional space mission.At Loft, you’ll be given the autonomy and ownership to solve significant challenges, but with a close-knit and supportive team at your back. We believe that diversity and community are the foundation of an open culture. We are committed to hiring the best people regardless of background and making their time at Loft the most fulfilling period of their career.With 3 satellites on-orbit and a wave of exciting missions launching soon, we are scaling up quickly across our offices in San Francisco, CA | Golden, CO | and Toulouse, France.

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