Observable Space

Staff Embedded Software Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · Staff+

Sponsorship not specified$180k-$200kDetected 134 days ago

C++CI/CDLinuxRESTEmbedded SystemsPower ElectronicsTest AutomationResearchCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

As a Staff Embedded Software Engineer, you will work across our full product line, from robotic ground telescopes to on-orbit compute platforms.

Own the BSP and driver stack across PCIe, SPI, I2C, UART, MIPI CSI-2, GPIO, and other hardware interfaces.
Design for resilience: create systems that can run autonomously for years with minimal human intervention.
Collaborate on automated testing: help the test team build lab infrastructure that enables frictionless writing and execution of hardware-in-the-loop tests.
Participate in product design reviews to ensure manufacturability, serviceability, and field reliability.
you will read schematics, work shoulder-to-shoulder with electrical and mechanical teams, debug unusual edge cases, and own Yocto-based platforms down to the metal.
You will report to the Embedded Engineering Lead.
create systems that can run autonomously for years with minimal human intervention.
This role is deeply hands-on: you will read schematics, work shoulder-to-shoulder with electrical and mechanical teams, debug unusual edge cases, and own Yocto-based platforms down to the metal.
We require a minimum of 3 days per week in our office to support collaboration and team culture. (LA Office only)
keep Yocto builds unblocked, reproducible, and hardened through strict CI/CD testing gates.

5+ years in embedded software engineering or systems-level development.
Strong proficiency in C and modern C++-and good judgment about when not to overuse templates.
Experience bringing up high-speed interfaces, especially PCIe and MIPI CSI-2 (D-PHY 1.4+).
Ability to read and interpret schematics, understand board-level considerations, and debug at the electrical-software boundary.
Experience in fast-paced prototyping environments and a bias toward quick iteration.

Experience with Zephyr RTOS, embedded networking stacks, or sensor fusion.
Experience with Qualcomm SoCs and their BSP/driver ecosystems.
Experience with 3 phase motor drivers and tuning parameters park/clark vector control.
Contributions to open-source embedded or Linux kernel projects.
Passion for astronomy, physics, and scientific exploration.
We encourage everyone to rest, recharge, and take care of themselves.
Cutting-Edge Tools - Get access to the latest hardware and software you need to do your best work.
Inclusive Team - We foster a supportive and diverse workplace where all voices are valued.

$180K- $200K salary + competitive equity
Competitive Compensation - A salary package aligned with industry standards and your experience.

Equity Opportunities - Take part in our success with stock options.
Unlimited PTO - Take the time you need with our flexible, trust-based vacation policy, including paid holidays.
Health & Wellness - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with 100% of the premium paid by the employer for employees.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Compensation: $180K- $200K salary + competitive equity
Maintain build system health: keep Yocto builds unblocked, reproducible, and hardened through strict CI/CD testing gates.

Mission-Driven Culture - Be part of a team working on meaningful challenges with real-world impact.
Flexible Work Environment - Enjoy working from our office or in a hybrid work setup with the flexibility to work remotely part of the week.

equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

This listing is sourced directly from Observable Space's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.