Stoke Space

Embedded Software Engineer - Firmware

Kent, Washington · Contract

Work authorization required$123k-$185kDetected 13 days ago

RustPCB DesignAltiumCadenceEmbedded SystemsAvionicsElectrical EngineeringResearchCommunication

About the role

If you want to work alongside some of the most dedicated and talented people on Earth, we'd love to have you join us.
Description Reusable launch systems are the key to seamlessly connecting Earth and space.
Rockets can only be built on rock solid foundations, and for Vehicle Software, that foundation is our firmware.

Own firmware for multiple avionics boards
Collaborate with other embedded software engineers to develop a scalable stack and maintain a coherent interface with adjacent systems
Support teams that are using the firmware you've written by providing technical knowledge and documentation
That is why we're building Nova, our fully and rapidly reusable launch vehicle.
Designed for daily flight, Nova tackles the core challenges of space transportation by reducing cost, increasing availability, and improving reliability.
By radically lowering launch costs and increasing flight cadence, we're helping create a truly scalable space industry.
As a Firmware Engineer, you will develop, test, and deploy code that can reliably support mission operations.
Some days, you will be probing signals on a PCB, others you will be developing and testing new code, and others still you may be at the test site, installing and checking out a board being integrated onto an engine.

BSE in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related degree
2+ years of experience developing, testing, and deploying embedded systems (project teams, personal projects, and research can count for this)
Experience in Rust
Experience using electrical lab equipment, such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers
If you are a software engineer that loves bits and bytes, moving electrons, and making fire, then this is the role for you.
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Strong systems thinking and debugging skills
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Rigorous attention to detail

L evel 2 Range: $123,480 - $185,220
L evel 3 Range: $154,350 - $231,525
Level 4 Range: $192,885 - $289,380
Your actual level and base salary will be decided based on your specific experience and skill level.

Equity - We know that our employees are the reason we succeed.
To give everyone a stake in our future, we are pleased to offer equity in the form of stock options to all regular, full-time employees.
Comprehensive benefits program including subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
Company-paid life and disability insurance
4 weeks' Paid Time Off
Paid Family/Parental Leave
On-site gym or monthly wellness stipend (depending on location)

At Stoke, we believe a thriving space economy will enable a vibrant, sustainable, and equitable future here on Earth.
Our team is mission-driven, collaborative, and empowered to take ownership of their work.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including with respect to disability and veteran status. It is committed to compliance with all equal opportunity laws, including the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) and Title VII. It does not discriminate on the basis of nationality, race, citizenship, immigration status, or any other protected class when it comes to employment practices, including hiring.
Employment at the Company is contingent upon satisfactory completion of reference and background checks, and on your ability to prove your identity and authorization to work in the U.S. for the Company. Employees must comply with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services employment verification requirements, and, therefore, they must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 at the start of employment and re-verify authoriza
The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including with respect to disability and veteran status.
It is committed to compliance with all equal opportunity laws, including the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) and Title VII.

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