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Co-founder & Director of Recruitment at GTS International ltd
We’re Hiring: Principal Software Engineer – Satellite Systems
Location: Surrey-based (Hybrid)
Sector: Satellite Communications | Embedded Systems | Space-tech
GTS Space is partnering with a leading company in the space-tech sector, which is on the lookout for a Principal Embedded Software Engineer
Our client is a global trailblazer in space-resilient computing — their technologies are already powering over 50 successful space missions across the solar system, with clients like NASA and ESA. With teams on three continents, they’re looking for a Principal Software Engineer to join them in their Surrey office.
This is a rare chance to work on mission-critical software for cutting-edge satellite communications and onboard processing systems.
As Principal Software Engineer, you'll:
* Lead the design and optimization of software for advanced satellite communication systems
* Define architecture and drive the development of embedded, real-time solutions
* Collaborate closely with systems engineers to integrate hardware and software
* Guide and mentor engineering teams, conduct code reviews, and enforce best practices
* Ensure robust testing, validation, and reliability for space-bound systems
* Document design decisions and development processes meticulously
* Keep pace with the evolving space-tech ecosystem and its technologies
* Bachelor's/Master's in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
* Strong experience in embedded software development, ideally within the space industry
* Proficient in C++ and real-time operating systems (RTOS)
* Familiar with SDRs, FPGA programming, and embedded Linux (Yocto/Buildroot)
Bonus Points For:
* ESA project experience
* Linux Kernel and Xilinx toolchain familiarity
* Signal processing, RF frontend, or CCSDS protocols
* Scripting (Python, Bash), Git, and version control expertise
If this Principal Software Engineer is something you would like to hear more about, please reach out to us ASAP as our clients are looking to interview and office ASAP; Jordan.w@gts-search.com
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Design, Information Technology, and Engineering
* Industries
Defense and Space Manufacturing, Space Research and Technology, and Software Development
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