Embedded Systems Engineer

Open Cosmos

Embedded Systems Engineer designing real-time embedded software for satellite communications. Collaborate across teams to build integrated solutions for space technology.

Posted 6/14/2026full-timeHarwell • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

RTOS

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop embedded software and firmware for real-time control and telemetry systems
Design FPGA and firmware solutions using VHDL/Verilog for high-speed hardware control
Build and optimise embedded C/C++ applications within RTOS environments
Implement deterministic control loops and low-level hardware interfaces
Develop robust communication protocols across digital and RF subsystems
Design fault-tolerant and resilient system architectures for high-reliability environments
Support hardware-in-the-loop testing, integration, debugging, and verification activities
Optimise performance, power consumption, and memory usage in constrained embedded systems
Contribute to secure remote management and monitoring capabilities for deployed systems
Work closely with systems, hardware, RF, and software teams to deliver integrated solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong knowledge of embedded systems operating within real-time or constrained environments
Proficiency in embedded C/C++ and RTOS-based development
Strong capability in FPGA and firmware development using VHDL, Verilog, or similar HDL technologies
Solid understanding of low-level communication interfaces such as SPI, I²C, UART, CAN, or Ethernet
Capability in debugging and verification using tools such as JTAG, logic analysers, or HIL environments
Strong understanding of fault-tolerant and resilient embedded system design principles
Knowledge of high-speed interfaces and integration between FPGA, DSP, and RF systems
A methodical approach to problem-solving with strong attention to detail
Strong collaboration and communication skills across multidisciplinary engineering teams
Awareness of high-reliability engineering practices within aerospace, defence, or similarly demanding environments.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Work at the cutting edge of space technology with customers around the globe
A mission-driven company making space accessible to help solve real-world challenges
A diverse, ambitious, and supportive team

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Hard Skills & Tools

embedded softwarefirmware developmentVHDLVerilogCC++RTOScommunication protocolsdeterministic control loopslow-level hardware interfaces

Soft Skills

problem-solvingattention to detailcollaborationcommunication