SpaceRyde

Embedded Software Engineer - Thrust Vector Control

The Company

We are SpaceRyde; building Canada’s first rocket to launch small satellites! Pioneering an industry is not an easy task, but with our combination of experienced founders, high-profile investors and bright team, we have achieved many firsts. We have doubled our staff every year, and will reach space in 2023; so come join us if you’d like to work on the edge of innovation and creativity.

The Role

You will be part of the avionics team and work in a dynamic environment. You will work closely and collaborate with electrical engineers to apply your skills and knowledge to help design, develop, and test embedded firmware encompassing our in-house developed thrust vector control (TVC) system. You will be challenged daily and will need to adapt quickly to achieve tight project deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

Handling the day-to-day operations of the office, kitchen, and lab.
Order, organize and distribute office supplies and maintain inventory.
Establish office procedures and policies, and ensure compliance.
Receive and distribute incoming mails and parcels to different teams.
Prepare financial files and invoices for bookkeeping purposes.
File physical and electronic copies of invoices and other documents.
Pick up and drop off parts from local suppliers.
Arrange accommodation, travel and equipment for off-site work.
Assist in developing and coordinating company events to boost team morale.
Provide support for various teams as necessary, to meet our goals.

Develop the embedded firmware for SpaceRyde’s thrust vector control system.
Collaborate with electrical engineers and other stakeholders to understand specific requirements and use-cases.
Develop software that is reusable, readable, and maintainable.
Debug and troubleshoot issues and rapidly deploy fixes.
Develop test code to validate functionality and benchmark performance.
Document architectural design, decisions, and implementation details.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or graduate degree in software engineering, computer science, or a related field.
2+ years of professional hands-on experience.
Experience developing, debugging, and benchmarking embedded C/C++ projects on Linux-based systems.
Experience using a code version control system (e.g. Git, SVN, CVS, Perforce, etc.).
Experience communicating technical concepts through written, verbal, and diagrams (e.g. system diagrams, UML diagrams, etc.).
Understanding of computer architectures and communication protocols (e.g. SPI, I2C, UART, RS232, CAN, and TCP/IP).
Ability to define requirements in uncertain situations and rapidly iterate design proposals.
Ability to self-motivate, work independently, and proactively ask questions.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills in a team environment.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and execute tasks under pressure in an Agile development environment while working with a multidisciplinary team.
Ability to work in-person. This position is not remote.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a top university.
1+ year experience of general administrative work.
Valid G driver’s license.
Exceptional ability to problem-solve effectively while maintaining strong attention to details.
Strong Microsoft Word and Excel skills (or Google’s GSuite).
Excellent communicator; comfortable liaising with internal and external parties.
Ability to adapt to dynamic schedules, and a focus on efficiency without sacrificing quality.

BONUS SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of control theory.
Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and ARM-based microcontrollers (e.g. STM).
Hands-on experience with debugging embedded hardware using multimeters, logic analyzers, or oscilloscopes.
Hand-on experience designing hardware at a PCB level.

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Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a top university.
1+ year experience of general administrative work.
Valid G driver’s license.
Exceptional ability to problem-solve effectively while maintaining strong attention to details.
Strong Microsoft Word and Excel skills (or Google’s GSuite).
Excellent communicator; comfortable liaising with internal and external parties.
Ability to adapt to dynamic schedules, and a focus on efficiency without sacrificing quality.

To apply, please send your Resume and Cover Letter to jobs@spaceryde.com