Space Robotics Architect (Embedded IoT)

TL;DR

Space Robotics Architect (Embedded IoT): Architecting and delivering end-to-end software systems for space robotics across flight software, ground systems, and simulation environments with an accent on real-time embedded architectures and safety-critical verification, validation, and integration. Focus on building space-qualified prototypes and simulations (Isaac Sim, NVIDIA Omniverse, MATLAB) while translating mission requirements into robust systems and leading technical pre-sales with C-level client engagement.

Location: USA (US-based remote role)

Salary: $130,000.00–$220,000.00 annually (plus variable compensation)

Company

hirify.global delivers engineering and technology services for clients across industries.

What you will do

• Design and own end-to-end software architecture for space robotics systems, including flight software, ground systems, and simulation environments.
• Develop production-ready and prototype solutions for satellites, spacecraft, robotic arms, and autonomous platforms.
• Translate mission requirements into robust, real-time embedded software architectures through collaboration with clients and cross-functional teams.
• Define verification, validation, and integration strategies for flight software in safety-critical, space-qualified environments.
• Build and validate simulations using Isaac Sim, NVIDIA Omniverse, or MATLAB to support development, testing, and HITL workflows.
• Lead pre-sales technical activities, including workshops and architecture presentations for C-level client engagements.

Requirements

• Hands-on experience designing and developing application software for flight and ground systems delivered to production (satellite or spacecraft software preferred).
• Strong command of C/C++ and Python for embedded Linux systems, including real-time software implementation on spacecraft or autonomous platforms.
• Solid experience with verification, validation, and integration of flight software from requirements through space-qualified launch.
• Knowledge of spacecraft communication protocols such as CCSDS, CAN, or SpaceWire.
• Experience with robotics simulation tools in an aerospace context, including Isaac Sim, NVIDIA Omniverse, Gazebo, or MATLAB/Simulink.
• Proven ability to design software architectures and implement efficient algorithms for complex, resource-constrained embedded environments.

Culture & Benefits

• US-based remote work with an option to work remotely.
• Base salary range with additional variable compensation.
• Equal opportunity employer.

Hiring process

• Application review by recruiter.
• Interviews to evaluate architecture, embedded/real-time experience, and space robotics domain fit.
• Final discussions aligned to role scope and expectations.