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Staff Embedded Software Engineer

EVONA
Golden, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 1/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/5/2026
Staff Embedded Software Engineer – Space Robotics

We’re looking for a Staff Embedded Software Engineer to lead real-time operating system (RTOS) development for mission-critical space robotics.

In this role, you’ll be the go-to expert for VxWorks, designing, deploying, and optimizing embedded software that enables our rovers and avionics to perform reliably on the Moon and beyond.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead the design, configuration, and deployment of VxWorks on robotic avionics platforms
  • Perform board bring-up, bootloader setup, and driver development for new hardware
  • Implement real-time scheduling, partitioning, and fault-tolerant architectures
  • Integrate software with sensors and subsystems through HIL and simulation testing
  • Mentor engineers and set standards for flight-quality embedded systems

What We’re Looking For

  • 7 years of experience in embedded software or avionics systems
  • Hands-on experience with VxWorks, C programming, and board bring-up
  • Strong debugging and real-time performance optimization skills
  • US Person (citizen or permanent resident)

Nice To Have

  • Experience with NASA cFS, LEON3/4 or RISC-V processors
  • Familiarity with Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN), safety-critical systems, or human-rated spacecraft
  • Previous work on planetary robotics or crewed vehicle programs

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