Senior/Staff Embedded Software Engineer (Core Flight System)

We are ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. For decades, we have been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that is by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow. Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicle, electric vehicles, rail, and more.

ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers. The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world's most technical engineering challenges. Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth. We offer comprehensive benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and mentorship to help you take your career to the next level. We were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.

As Senior/Staff Embedded Software Engineer (Core Flight System) you will be responsible for:

• Technical Project Execution
• Developing software across the full software development lifecycle. The software may be embedded, desktop, web, mobile, or a combination of any of these.
• Demonstrating critical thinking within the construct of Software Engineering for themselves and at a project level, including understanding and practical application of algorithms, data structures, object-oriented design principles, design patterns, computer architecture, operating systems, and embedded systems (if applicable).
• Practicing critical thinking at a multi-project level.
• Leading team to improve design and maintainability.
• Independently scoping flexible technical solutions and anticipating technical uncertainties.
• Generating software requirements, architecture & design documentation, source code, and unit tests.
• Participating in risk management process.
• Implementing software in C, C++, and Python.
• Using version control systems including Git.
• Participating in software design reviews and code reviews.
• Testing software implementation.
• Completing high-level work breakdown from specs.
• Completing tasks in estimated timeframe +/- 10% and can typically predict overruns before they occur.
• Identifying any scope changes and identifying resolution options with project leaders.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of embedded software engineering experience.
• 5+ years of experience in satellite flight software development.
• 3+ years of experience developing flight software leveraging Core Flight System (cFS).

Skills: C, C++, Python, Core Flight System (cFS), Linux, RTOS (VxWorks, RTEMS, or other RTOS).

Salary Range: $125K-$160K. The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.

Location: Hybrid remote. ~2 days/week on-site in Westminster, CO.

Note: Due to the nature of the work, only US Persons (or permanent residents) need apply for this position. ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status.

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