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Embedded Space Software Engineer

WarpWare
Lafayette, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 7/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/14/2027

Company Overview


WarpWare is opening space for all through software innovation. Space accessibility is our highest priority in everything we do. Since our creation, we have become one of Denver’s most innovative space startups, specializing in helping spacecraft get to space fast.


Role Summary


WarpWare is seeking an Embedded Space Software Engineer to develop capabilities for the WarpWare software platform, perform research and development, and deliver on contracts for a variety of commercial and government customers. Successful candidates will demonstrate a high degree of ownership, independence, and problem solving skills regardless of experience.


Application Process


Interested candidates should reach out via email to hiring@warpware.co. Due to a high volume of applications, WarpWare cannot guarantee candidates who apply only via LinkedIn will be considered.


Responsibilities


This role involves working on a variety of projects across the space domain, including rocket launch, rendezvous and proximity operations (RPO), Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and Geosynchronous (GEO) operations, and cislunar operations.

  • Design, develop, and test space systems and software
  • Interface regularly with customers 
  • Apply systems engineering principles to the development, analysis, and execution of complex systems
  • Think creatively to develop innovative solutions to challenging problems
  • Develop high reliability microcontroller and microprocessor space software
  • Analyze real flight data, develop insights, and iterate system design to improve performance
  • Develop software in C and (to a lesser extent) Python
  • Shape the future of the WarpWare platform


Required Qualifications


  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field
  • Demonstrated experience exercising strong ownership of complex problems
  • Willingness to challenge others and be challenged
  • Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
  • Strong coding and problem solving skills
  • Must be eligible to perform EAR / ITAR work


Preferred Qualifications


  • Experience using C and Python
  • Embedded software development experience
  • Experience working on space software projects


Compensation & Benefits


SALARY: $90,000 - $150,000

HEALTHCARE: Company subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance

  • BENEFITS: WarpWare equity ownership, 401(K), flexible PTO

Salary : $90,000 - $150,000

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