Embedded Systems Engineer

About the role

We seek a talented Embedded Systems Engineer to design, develop, and deploy software for space applications. If you have a solid background in modern C++ development, embedded Linux experience, and want to play a critical role in advancing autonomy for space applications, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Design and take ownership of core flight software for advanced space payloads and mission-critical systems.
• Be involved in low level software development including device drivers and board bring-up.
• Develop updatable, fault-tolerant software to support complex autonomous operations in orbit.
• Prototype and validate key system concepts to de-risk development and establish technical feasibility and performance bounds.
• Build toward a scalable, modular, and reusable software stack that enables rapid iteration and future mission extensibility.
• Collaborate closely with hardware and AI/ML teams to enable seamless integration.
• Drive continuous improvement through iterative testing, data-driven feedback loops, and system-level refinement.

Requirements

• BEng/MEng in Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
• Strong proficiency in developing modern C++ for Linux.
• Strong experience with SoC platforms (such as Nvidia Jetsons) or other similar embedded platforms
• Strong communicator and self-starter; able to work independently and in a collaborative team.
• Demonstrated skills in debugging and performance characterisation.
• Experience with Linux, Git, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Preferred Skills & Experience
• Good understanding of communication protocols.
• Familiarity with containerisation tools (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes) and OTA updates .
• Experience with BSP generation, real-time kernel configuration , build and deployment processes .
• Background with the space industry.
• Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven experience in system integration and working with multidisciplinary teams.
• Compensation & Benefits
• Pay Range:
• (E1) Junior Engineer: £30,000 - £55,000 / year
• (E2) Mid-level Engineer: £55,000 - £80,000 / year
• Meaningful equity incentives as part of our employee option pool
• 28 days holiday
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage
• Contributory pension
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• Additional Information:

Benefits

Additional Information

About Lodestar Lodestar's mission is to develop the first "Protect and Defend" capability for high-value space assets in orbit. Our flagship product, MITHRIL , is our hardware-agnostic, AI-enabled autonomy software suite that enables us to augment any off-the-shelf spacecraft with the ability to autonomously detect, characterise, and reversibly neutralise orbital threats. By building on the proven space heritage of our best-in-class satellite-bus partners and fully integrating MITHRIL into a single unified platform, we deliver an end-to-end, autonomous in-space bodyguarding service.

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