Embedded Software Designer – Processing & Algorithms (Contingent)

Kepler Communications

Job Location:

Toronto - Canada

Monthly Salary: $ 159288 - 209288

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At Kepler Communications were not just imagining the future of on-demand space connectivity - were leading it!

Our mission is to provide real-time Internet accessforspace-based assets enabling a new era of data-driven exploration and 33 satellites launched to date Kepleroperatesthe first commercial optical data relay constellation enabling real-time continuous space communications while supporting advanced on-orbitcomputeand hosted payload capabilities.

Industry-leading technology is only part of the story. What sets Kepler apart is our team: bold thinkers skilled builders and passionate problem-solvers who thrive on pushing the boundaries ofwhatspossible in space. We believe great ideas come from diverse perspectives andwerecommitted to creating an environment where you can grow lead and make a global impact.

Ifyoureready to reach higher move faster and do work that shapes the future space economy - this is your launchpad. Come build the future with Kepler!

What We Offer:

* Competitive compensationwith a robust equity plan to share in our success.

* Comprehensive coverage for health dental and vision insuranceincluding dependents.

* Unlimited vacation supportive parental leave policyand company-wide holiday shutdown.

* Semi-annual company-wide partiesand frequent in-office team events.

* Relocation packagesavailable for approved roles.

* $1500 annual professional development fundto support your growth.

* Fully stocked Toronto office kitchenwith snacks drinks games and top-notch kitchen appliances.

* Town Halls Celebration Calls and Company-wide eventsto stay connected and engaged.

* Were a certifiedGreat Place to Work five years in a row!

Position Status: Contingent Upon Program Award

Were on the hunt for a top-tierEmbedded Software Engineer - Processing & Algorithms to build the processing software that turns raw sensor data into actionable information. Your focus will be on signal image and EO/IR processing algorithms across a growing fleet of spacecraft spanning both space and ground-based assets. Youll be relied upon for input and decisions that will directly impact design and operation.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and develop reliable high-quality software related to:

- Processing pipelines for EO/IR signal and image data across space and ground systems

- Interfacing with imaging and data sensors to collect and analyze data

- On-board software for our next generation of satellites

Support the development of detection and tracking algorithms including evaluating and integrating third-party IP from vendors and partners into the processing pipeline

Writing thorough tests and documentation

Participating in software design review and code review processes

Work with electrical digital design and operations teams toidentifyrequired features and solidify the system architecture

Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers

Identifyshortcomings in existing software components and direct future development efforts

Required Skills & Qualifications:

5 years of embedded software development experience

Bachelors degree in Computer Science Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Strong software design and development skills including algorithmstestingand debugging

Proficiencyin C/C especially in embedded topics such as concurrency memory-mappedperipherals and hardware interfaces (SPI I2C CAN)

Experience developing EO/IR signal or image processing algorithms
Demonstrated willingness and ability to leverage AI-assisted engineering and development tools to improve productivity design quality and innovation while adapting to evolving technologies and best practices
Comfortable using AI-assisted tooling for code development andtesting
Experience interfacing with different imaging and data sensors to collect and analyze data

Experience with embedded operating systems and build systems including OpenEmbedded / Yocto and FreeRTOS

Excellent communication skills

Ability to effectively useGitand associatedCI/CD features

Bonus Points:

Masters degree in Computer Science Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Experience developing software for aerospace applications

Experience with detection and tracking algorithmsfor both edge and ground processing

Experience using ML/AI as part of the processing pipeline

Experience interfacing with FPGA or GPU processing hardware

Background (industry or personal projects) in sensor data collection and analysis

Salary Range: $159288 - 209288 CAD

Actual total compensation will be determined at the Companys discretion and is based on a variety of job-related factors which may include but are not limited to relevant knowledge skills experience performance and education and/or training. The Company encourages all qualified applicants to apply even if the posted salary range does not align with their expectations as it does not reflect our total compensation package.

Job Type: Contingent Upon Program Award

Employment Equity & Accommodation Statement

Kepler Communications is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals including women Indigenous peoples persons with disabilities members of visible minorities and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process please contact our People & Culture team at emailprotected and we will work with you to meet your needs.

At Kepler Communications all hiring decisions are made by people. Human recruiters are involved in every step of our recruitment process. We use AI-based tools (such as Lever AI and HireEZ) to assist with the initial review of applications by ranking candidates based on job-relevant criteria. These tools support - but do not replace - human judgment.

Required Experience:

At Kepler Communications were not just imagining the future of on-demand space connectivity - were leading it!Our mission is to provide real-time Internet accessforspace-based assets enabling a new era of data-driven exploration and 33 satellites launched to date Kepleroperatesthe first commercial ...