Logos Space

Logos Space

Lead, Flight Software Engineer

Mountain View, CA · Contract

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 42 days ago
C++Distributed SystemsDockerCI/CDDevOpsCybersecurityEmbedded Systems

About the role

  • We are building networking infrastructure in orbit.
  • You will architect the core flight software for our mega constellation and lead the team that develops it from the ground up.
  • This isn't a "maintenance" role.

Responsibilities

  • Greenfield Frameworks-Design and implement a modular, high-performance application software framework in Modern C++, specifically optimized for multi-core ARM or RISC architectures.
  • Design and develop on-board,real-time logic for network orchestration, state control, autonomous system recovery to ensure uninterrupted enterprise connectivity.
  • Optimize memory utilization and determinism for high-throughput processing tasks across PREEMPT_RT, RTOS, or bare-metal targets.
  • Implement and optimize high-performance data bus layers (e.g., MQTT) to facilitate seamless interprocess orchestration across distributed subsystems.
  • Logos Space Services is seeking a Lead, Flight Software Engineer to develop the future of resilient, high-performance space networking technology.

Requirements

  • 10+ years in aerospace or high-reliability embedded flight software systems, with a track record of taking complex systems from initial architecture through successful on-orbit operations.
  • C++ Expert: Master-level proficiency in C and Modern C++ within multi-threaded, resource-constrained ARM or RISC environments.

Nice to have

  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
  • Experience with high-speed networking hardware interfaces (e.g., Ethernet).
  • Familiarity with Software Defined Networking (SDN) and routing protocols.
  • Logos Space Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering creativity, curiosity and diverse perspectives among employees.
  • Offers will be contingent on the candidate's ability to access export-controlled information under U.S. law.

Skills

  • Speed and reliability are the foundation of the system.
  • Expert-level command of DevOps & automation tools, CMake, Docker for environment parity, and the GNU toolchain.

Compensation

  • This policy applies with regard to all aspects of one's employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Government Security Clearance

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