Senior Flight Software Designer – Contract

Kepler Communications Inc.

. Design and develop embedded Linux applications and platform software for space and ground systems .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • Canada, United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and developing embedded Linux applications for aerospace systems, with a strong focus on software architecture, testing, and debugging. Proficient in managing embedded Linux build environments and integrating distributed software interfaces for mission-critical applications.

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Embedded Linux DevelopmentC/C++ ProficiencyOpenEmbedded/Yocto ExperienceFlight Software DesignTechnical Leadership

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Hard Skills

Embedded DevelopmentSoftware DesignSystem IntegrationDebuggingKernel ModulesDevice TreesResource ManagementFault DetectionTestingAlgorithms

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication

Tools & Technologies

Xilinx Zynq MPSoCsVersal SoCsNVIDIA JetsonZeroMQProtocol BuffersHTTP APIsGit

Industry Keywords

AerospaceMission-Critical SystemsOperational ReliabilityDeterministic BehaviourResource-Constrained Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and develop embedded Linux applications and platform software for space and ground systems
Develop flight software applications and services supporting spacecraft command and control, telemetry, fault detection and recovery, resource management, and on-orbit operations
Develop Linux-based software on Xilinx Zynq MPSoCs, Versal SoCs, and NVIDIA Jetson-class hardware
Own and maintain embedded Linux build environments using OpenEmbedded/Yocto, including layers, recipes, system images, SDKs, package configuration, and build troubleshooting
Design and integrate flight software interfaces with ground software using HTTP APIs, ZeroMQ message buses, and Protocol Buffers
Write thorough tests and documentation
Participate in software design review and code review processes
Work with electrical, digital design, ground software, and operations teams to identify features and define system architecture
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers
Identify shortcomings in existing software components and direct future development efforts

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
7+ years of embedded development experience, in Aerospace or relevant industry
Strong software design and development skills, including architecture, algorithms, testing, and debugging
Proficiency in C/C++
Experience developing reliable software for resource-constrained, mission-critical systems
Strong embedded Linux experience, including application development, system integration, debugging, kernel modules, device trees, and drivers
Experience owning and maintaining embedded Linux build systems using OpenEmbedded/Yocto
Experience developing Linux-based software for Xilinx Zynq MPSoCs, Versal SoCs, or comparable embedded Linux platforms
Experience developing and integrating distributed software interfaces using ZeroMQ, Protocol Buffers, and HTTP APIs
Understanding of fault tolerance, deterministic behaviour, resource constraints, and operational reliability in flight software
Excellent communication skills
Ability to effectively use git

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation with a robust equity plan to share in our success
Comprehensive coverage for health, dental, and vision insurance—including dependents
Unlimited vacation
Supportive parental leave policy
Company-wide holiday shutdown
Semi-annual company-wide parties
Frequent in-office team events
Relocation packages available for approved roles
$1,500 annual professional development fund
Fully stocked Toronto office kitchen with snacks, drinks, games and top-notch kitchen appliances
Town Halls, Celebration Calls, and Company-wide events
Certified Great Place to Work®, seven years in a row