Spacecraft Embedded Linux Software Engineer

About the role

Varda is revolutionizing the space industry by developing commercial space infrastructure. Our W-Series vehicles, including pharmaceutical processing payloads, reentry capsules, and satellite buses, are designed and built in-house. Our mission is to expand the economic boundaries of humanity by creating products and infrastructure that can directly benefit life on Earth.

What You Will Do (Job Responsibilities)

• Determine how spacecraft behave and operate in orbit.
• Build reliable software to ensure spacecraft operations.
• Develop software for embedded processors in C++.
• Own all aspects of software development, including design, testing, and integration.
• Scope projects including requirements capture and initial design trades.
• Ensure system quality and performance through software test, verification, and validation (V&V).
• Collaborate and problem-solve in a team environment.

What You Will Bring (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, math, physics, engineering, or equivalent technical experience.
• 3+ years of experience in spacecraft or similar safety critical software development.
• Experience with C++ and a strong understanding of its language concepts.

Preferred Qualifications

• End-to-end experience building and launching a spacecraft.
• Experience with real-time embedded systems.
• Experience with safety-critical software, especially for aerospace applications.
• Experience with CCSDS telemetry and telecommand systems.
• Experience with F' or cFS framework.
• Experience with Python or Rust.
• Knowledge of basic analog and digital electronics.
• Familiarity with SPI, I2C, CAN, EtherCAT.

How Varda compensates

Salary range: $131,000 - $184,000. This role is on-site in El Segundo, CA. Leveling and base salary are determined by job-related skills, education level, experience level, and job performance. Offer compensation also includes the ability to receive stock options under the Company's Equity Incentive Plan.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Flexible PTO policy + 12 paid holidays, medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, FSA and HSA options, hospital, critical illness, and pet insurance, wellness reimbursement, parental leave.
• Financial & Retirement: 401(k) retirement plan with 6% employer match, substantial incentive equity, cell phone reimbursement, relocation support.
• Workplace Experience & Perks: Fully stocked kitchen, company and team-bonding events, ITAR compliance, E-Verify participation, and equal opportunity employment.

ITAR Requirements

Varda ensures its employees are lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. and are “U.S. persons” with access to export-controlled items. Employees must pass the ITAR requirements.

E-Verify Notice

Varda participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. Employees must be eligible to work in the U.S. and meet ITAR requirements.