Space Embedded Software Engineer
Varda Space Industries ā
š El Segundo, United States šŗšø
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Job Description
About Varda
Low Earth orbit is open for business. Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules. Vardaās W-Series vehicles are built, designed, and operated by Varda in-house, including the pharmaceutical processing payloads, the capsules, the C-PICA heatshields, and the satellite buses.
From life-saving pharmaceuticals to more powerful fiber optics, there is a world of products used on Earth today that can only be manufactured in space. Varda is accelerating innovation in the orbital economy by creating both the products and infrastructure needed so space can directly benefit life on Earth. Our mission is to expand the economic bounds of humankind. Ā
Our team is uniquely suited to accomplishing this goal, with leadership and staff comprised of veterans from SpaceX, Blue Origin, major pharmaceutical companies and Silicon Valley. Varda was founded in January 2021 by Will Bruey and Delian Asparouhov with significant backing from world class investors including Khosla Ventures, Lux Capital, Founders Fund, Caffeinated Capital, General Catalyst, and Also Capital. Ā
Varda is headquartered in El Segundo, California, where we have offices and a production facility where our vehicles, equipment, and materials are built, integrated, and tested. Varda also has offices in Washington, DC and Huntsville, AL.Ā
Join Varda, and work to create a bustling in-space ecosystem.
What you will do (Job Responsibilities)
The Embedded Software Engineer on the Flight Software team is responsible for determining how our spacecraft behaves and operates in orbit and building reliable software to ensure it happens. The team is responsible for all phases of development, starting from requirements capture through test, and flight operational support.
- Develop reliable firmware to control how the spacecraft, satellite bus, and reentry capsule operate through the entire mission.
- Own all aspects of software development, from design, testing, and integration.
- Scope projects including requirements capture and initial design trades given open-ended problems.
- Write quality structured bare metal, RTOS, or Linux based software for embedded processors in C++.
- Build highly reliable and available software systems.
- Ensure system quality and performance through software test, verification, and validation (V&V) techniques.
What you will bring (Basic Qualifications)
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, math, physics, engineering or equivalent technical experience in safety critical software.
- 3+ years of experience in the development of spacecraft or similar safety critical software.
- Experience developing and testing real-time embedded hardware / software systems.
- Experience with development in C++, along with a strong understanding of language concepts.
What would be a plus (Preferred Qualifications)
- Experience with safety-critical software, especially for aerospace applications.
- Experience with additional programming languages such as Python or Rust.
- Strong understanding of computer architecture, operating systems, data structures, and computer networking.
How Varda compensates
- Salary range: $131,000 - $184,000 annually.
- This role is on-site in El Segundo, CA.
- Leveling and base salary is determined by job-related skills, education level, experience level, and job performance.
- Offer compensation also includes the ability to receive stock options under the Company's Equity Incentive Plan.
Benefits
Varda offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support health, financial wellābeing, and a highāquality workplace experience. Below is an overview of what fullātime employees receiveĀ (at this time, interns receive a subset of benefits):Ā
Health & WellnessĀ
- Flexible PTO policy +Ā 12 paid holidaysĀ
- 100% company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans for employees and dependents with FSA and employer-matched HSA options
- VoluntaryĀ accident, hospital, critical illness,Ā andĀ pet insuranceĀ
- $120/month wellness reimbursement for gym and fitness expensesĀ
- 12Ā weeks ofĀ parental leaveĀ (with supplemental disability leaveĀ for CAĀ mothers)Ā
- Family building, pregnancy,Ā parentingĀ and menopauseĀ benefitsĀ via Maven ClinicĀ
- SponsoredĀ One MedicalĀ memberships for employees and their dependentsĀ
Financial & RetirementĀ
- Substantial incentive equityĀ in a fully funded space start-upĀ
- 401(k) retirement plan with 6% employer match (immediately vested)
- $20/pay period cell phone reimbursementĀ
- Relocation supportĀ for new hires, if neededĀ
Workplace Experience & PerksĀ
- Fully stocked kitchen with lunch provided daily and dinner provided twice weeklyĀ
- Company and team-bonding events, happyĀ hoursĀ and mission-success celebrations
- Complimentary EV charging
- Dog-friendly office spaceĀ šĀ
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ITAR Requirements
Varda, like all employers, must ensure that its employees working in the United States are lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Additionally, our employees are exposed to and have access to certain export-controlled items. Because our employees are provided access to export-controlled items, our policy is to only hire āU.S. personsā who are permitted to have access to our technology without an export license.
āUS personā means: U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident, or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) (i.e., individual admitted to the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum).
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Varda Space Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ā We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit, qualifications, and performance. We will never discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, martial status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.
