Embedded Software Engineer

Job Description

Archangel Lightworks is aconnectivitycompany building wireless technology to create the space-enabled networks of the future.Werepassionate about improving humanitys communications infrastructure and solving some of Earths most critical problems from economic inclusion to climate change.Our start-up is afast-paced andsupportive environment,where youcanmake your mark as part of a growing teamandwork on thecutting-edgeof innovation.To support our growth, we are looking for an experienced engineer withthe practicalskills andproblem solvingability to develop embedded software designs. This is a hands-on technicalrole,developing new software and systems tosupportcontrol, automation, and datadevelopments.Responsibilities:As an Embedded Software Engineer, you will be primarily responsible for the development of embedded systems, from design through implementation andtesting,to integration. You will work closely with the project and software leads, to deliver high performancecommunication and control systems. You will be able to take full responsibility for a design and see thatthrough tointegration on the ground station. Your responsibilities will include:Designing, developing and testing embedded software across different subsystemsSupporting test automation and system integration and deploymentProviding specialist skills ideally, to broaden the tests skill base (i.e. Linux, FPGA, IoT, image processing etc)Contributing to the development, integration, testing, and operations for optical ground stationsContinuous improvements to software processes, including developing automated tests.Requirements:Real-Time / Embedded software development in C / C++Development with RTOS (ideally FreeRTOS) and on LinuxWorking with networking (Ethernet and IP), DMA, and hardware interfacing (I2C, SPI, CAN, and EtherCAT) protocolsDeveloping for multi-core and FPGA based systemsAt least 4 years relevant commercial experience post-graduationProficient use of Git version control and CI systemsPython development, including test scripts.Desirableadditionalskills:Xilinx FPGA/MPSoC and associated tool chain (Vivado, Vitis etc) experienceSatcomm protocols, Optical free-space comms, and familiarity with Space related standards (CCSDS, ECSS, SDA etc)High speed (1Gbps+) comms protocol implementation experience (forward error correction, clock recovery, zero copy etc)IoT or cloud software integration and protocols, such as MQTTExperience in FPGA development, VHDL or VerilogYocto Linux / Petalinux or buildroot build experienceRust development experienceControl systems, Matlab / Simulink, including Embedded coder / HDL code generationManaging CI/CD pipelinesSystems / requirements engineering experience, including use of UML /SysML.Location: Our office is based inOsneyMead, Oxford.There will beopportunityto work from home as agreed with your line manager.Compensation & Perks:The opportunity to make a difference building cutting edge technology to support a world-changing visionOptions for hybrid working and custom arrangements that matter to you25 days annual leave allowance plus bank holidaysInvestment in you to help you grow, with training resources and budgetSupportive team culture with high levels of ownership and responsibilityRegular socials and weekly team lunchVariety of additional perks including learning and wellbeing app subscriptions.We recognise that many candidates use AI tools when applying. Please ensure your application reflects your own experience, skills, and thinking. We assess applications based on authenticity and accuracy, so anything generated with AI should be reviewed, personalised, and representative of you.TPBN1_UKTJ