At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a talented team to develop high-performance control systems for satellite laser ranging.
- Company: Innovative company focused on automation and control technologies.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work options, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Encouraging diverse applicants; your unique perspective is valued here.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a cutting-edge field while working with passionate professionals.
- Qualifications: Five years of software development experience and proficiency in C/C++, Python, or similar languages.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
We’re looking for an experienced software engineer to join our Control & Automations Software division. You’ll work alongside a talented team who develop high-performance control and automation systems for satellite laser ranging stations.
Responsibilities include:
- Writing clean, maintainable code, with an emphasis on delivery over perfection.
- Implementing DevOps practices to streamline development workflows, automate system deployments, and manage continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) pipelines using GitHub.
- Troubleshooting and fixing bugs in our remote control systems platform.
- Contributing as an early team member making a real impact on our product and company culture.
Requirements:
- Five or more years of industry experience developing software for commercially critical applications.
- Strong proven experience using a system programming language, such as C/C++, Rust, or Go, and a high-level language like Python.
- Experience with real-time or near real-time data handling, including buffering, queuing, and streaming large volumes of sensor data across distributed environments.
- Curiosity about software engineering and enjoyment in learning new things.
It’s a bonus if you:
- Actively participate in or contribute to relevant open-source projects.
- Have experience writing low-level device drivers, in C or C++, are familiar with the ASCOM protocol, or other astronomy-specific protocols.
- Know about security best practices for remote machine management, including certificate management, intrusion detection, and device authentication.
- Know about FPGA coding, integrated circuit architecture, or the implementation of IoT solutions.
Studies show minority groups, including women and people of colour, might hesitate to apply if they don’t meet all the requirements.
Software Controls Engineer employer: Lumi Space
Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and collaboration in the heart of the tech industry. As a Controls Engineer, you'll be part of a dynamic team dedicated to developing cutting-edge control systems, with ample opportunities for professional growth and learning. Our inclusive work culture encourages creativity and supports diversity, making it an ideal environment for those looking to make a meaningful impact in their careers.
