Important: Only apply if you hold a valid working permit for Germany or the EU. Please submit your application in English.

We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every requirement listed below. Research shows that some people are less likely to apply for a role unless they meet all the criteria. If this role excites you and you meet most of the key qualifications, we would love to hear from you.

Key qualifications:

Hands-on experience building and maintaining Yocto-based embedded Linux systems - this is the core of the role.
Strong knowledge of the Linux kernel, driver development/porting, HAL, boot process, device trees, and BSP development.
Strong working knowledge of hardware communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, PCIe, and similar) and working knowledge of FPGA-related protocols (AXI, Avalon, Wishbone).
Practical experience with board bring-up and hardware debug tools (oscilloscopes, logic analysers, JTAG).
Ability to read and interpret hardware schematics and datasheets independently.
Strong proficiency in C and C++; experience with Python for tooling, scripting, and test automation.
Understanding of RTOS concepts and bare-metal programming, even if Linux is the primary environment.
Experience designing and implementing testing frameworks for embedded systems, including HIL or system-level testing.
Demonstrated ability to make sound technical decisions with incomplete or evolving requirements.
At minimum 3+ years of experience, with the maturity to own the embedded domain fully as the sole embedded engineer.
Strong communication skills - able to translate embedded concepts clearly for application and FPGA engineers without assuming shared knowledge.
Adaptable and comfortable in a startup environment where priorities shift and roles are broader than a job description.

Nice-to-haves:

Experience with FPGA-based SoCs, particularly Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC, and PS ↔ PL interface development (AXI, DMA, etc.).
Background in aerospace or satellite systems development.
Knowledge of radiation effects on software systems and mitigation techniques.
Familiarity with space industry standards (ECSS, CCSDS).
Experience with or genuine enthusiasm to learn Rust for embedded development.
Experience building CI/CD pipelines for embedded software in resource-constrained environments.
Experience contributing to application-layer software beyond the embedded domain.
Experience mentoring junior engineers or providing technical direction on a team.

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