Embedded Software Designer (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Embedded Software Designer (Aerospace): Designing and maintaining embedded software for spacecraft and ground-based systems with an accent on secure communications, device drivers, and platform services. Focus on implementing encryption, optimizing low-level components, and ensuring high-reliability for satellite fleets.

Location: Hybrid in Toronto, Ontario

Company

hirify.global is leading the future of on-demand space connectivity by operating the first commercial optical data relay constellation.

What you will do

• Design and maintain high-quality embedded software for spacecraft and ground-based systems supporting a growing fleet of satellites.
• Implement secure communication capabilities, including encryption, authentication, and key exchange for next-generation data links.
• Build low-level components such as device drivers, kernel modules, hardware interfaces, and platform services.
• Develop automated tests, validation tools, and technical documentation to support software delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements, debug complex issues, and evolve architecture.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience developing embedded software for complex, high-reliability systems.
• Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems, including concurrency, interrupt handling, and hardware interfaces (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN).
• Experience with embedded Linux (Yocto/OpenEmbedded) and/or RTOS environments (FreeRTOS).
• Experience developing kernel modules, device drivers, and device tree integrations.
• Ability to develop and maintain automated test frameworks and validation tooling.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.

Nice to have

• Master's degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering.
• Experience developing software for aerospace applications.
• Knowledge of secure boot, hardware security modules (HSMs), and encrypted communications.
• Familiarity with Linux networking concepts, routing, and packet-processing pipelines.
• Experience with multi-stage bootloaders or RTL (Verilog/VHDL) and embedded SoCs.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation with a robust equity plan.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, including coverage for dependents.
• Unlimited vacation, supportive parental leave, and company-wide holiday shutdown.
• $1,500 annual professional development fund.
• Relocation packages available for approved roles.
• Fully stocked Toronto office with frequent team events and a certified Great Place to Work environment.