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About the Role

As an Embedded Software Engineer, you will collaborate with the embedded team across the full product line, contributing to embedded Linux systems and low-level firmware. You will be involved in hardware peripheral bring-up, driver development, and hands-on prototype assembly and testing.

Responsibilities

Support the development, testing, and debugging of embedded Linux systems and low-level firmware, including daemons, drivers, bootloaders, and control loops.
Develop and maintain drivers for interfaces such as PCIe, SPI, I2C, UART, MIPI CSI-2, and GPIO.
Bring up peripherals at both software and hardware levels, including firmware and embedded Linux integration, prototype assembly, soldering, wiring, and initial power-on checks.
Own component test characterization campaigns, including test rig setup, test execution, and results compilation.
Participate in longevity testing campaigns and analyze test data to identify potential issues.
Engage in design reviews, code reviews, and team discussions to enhance product and reliability instincts.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in embedded software engineering, systems-level development, or a related internship/academic background.
Proficiency in C/C++.
Solid understanding of DC power systems, motor drivers, and common hardware interfaces (I2C, SPI, CAN, Ethernet, MIPI, PCIe).
Ability to read and interpret schematics and understand board-level considerations.
Ability to debug at the electrical–software boundary.
Familiarity with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, multimeters, and power debugging tools.
Strong debugging intuition.
Experience in fast-paced prototyping environments with a bias toward quick iteration.
Strong product sense with a focus on manufacturing reliability, robustness, and long-term serviceability.

Skills

Embedded Linux
Low-level firmware
Driver development
Hardware peripheral bring-up
Schematic interpretation
Soldering
Test rig setup
Component test characterization
Longevity testing
Design reviews
Code reviews
C/C++
DC power systems
Motor drivers
I2C
SPI
CAN
Ethernet
MIPI
PCIe
Oscilloscopes
Logic analyzers
Spectrum analyzers
Multimeters
Power debugging tools
Zephyr RTOS
Embedded networking stacks
Sensor fusion
Qualcomm SoCs
BSP/driver ecosystems
3 phase motor drivers
Park/Clark vector control
Vision processing
Image pipelines
Camera-focused algorithms
Open-source embedded projects
Linux kernel projects
Software for harsh environments
Software for space environments

Location

LA Office

Work Type

Hybrid
Remote

Experience Level

3+ years

Salary/Compensations

Competitive Compensation – A salary package aligned with industry standards and your experience.

Benefits

Equity Opportunities – Take part in our success with stock options.
Flexible Work Environment – Enjoy working from our office or in a hybrid work setup with the flexibility to work remotely part of the week. We require a minimum of 3 days per week in our office to support collaboration and team culture. (LA Office only)
Unlimited PTO (exempt only) – Take the time you need with our flexible, trust-based vacation policy, including paid holidays. We encourage everyone to rest, recharge, and take care of themselves.
Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with 100% of the premium paid by the employer for employees.
Cutting-Edge Tools – Get access to the latest hardware and software you need to do your best work.
Mission-Driven Culture – Be part of a team working on meaningful challenges with real-world impact.
Inclusive Team – We foster a supportive and diverse workplace where all voices are valued.

About the Company

At Observable Space, we're redefining how humanity observes and connects with the universe.
We're a vertically integrated, high-growth, space technology company building industry-leading precision optics platforms for Earth and in space.
Our systems are trusted by thousands of customers, including NASA, JPL, SpaceX, Boeing, RTX, the US Space Force and the U.S. Department of War, leading research institutions and international partners.
We combine precision opto-mechanical hardware, embedded compute, cloud orchestration, and developer-friendly APIs into world class products at scale with in-house manufacturing.
From advanced ground stations, on-orbit sensor suites, free space optical lasercom, to distributed compute platforms, we deliver the foundational systems enabling continuous, real-time navigation, observation, and communication in space.
Observable Space is backed by top-tier institutional investors including Lux Capital, Upfront Ventures, RTX Ventures, Detroit Venture Partners and Embedded Ventures.

Equal Opportunity

Observable Space is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.