Embedded Software Engineer

2 weeks ago

Canterbury Kent, United Kingdom Kea Aerospace Ltd Full time

Engineering - Software (Information & Communication Technology)

Who are we?
We are developing the Kea Atmos, a solar-powered, remotely piloted aircraft that will fly continuously in the stratosphere for months at a time. The Kea Atmos will have the largest wingspan for an unmanned aircraft built in the Southern Hemisphere. It will collect data at around 20km altitude to acquire aerial intelligence to fill data gaps in areas, such as environmental monitoring, forestry management, precision agriculture, disaster management, and maritime surveillance. We’re on a mission to be the world leader in stratospheric flight operation and data collection.

Who are we looking for?
We are looking for self-propelled team members who are in it for the mission. As part of an innovative, fast-paced startup, we want you to break the rules of convention. Are you an open-minded, quick learner with excellent skills and expertise? Do you have an interesting background story to share? Can you handle engineering responsibilities and calculated risks in your domain and work collaboratively in an agile team?

Sounds like you?
In this role, you will create and fine-tune the embedded software development and testing toolchain. You will also work on the 6DOF simulation as part of a hardware-in-the-loop simulation and testing framework. You will define and implement the required software architecture with respect to design and certification requirements. A key focus will be developing device drivers and setting up digital communication buses. As part of the larger engineering team, you will be involved in the full design process of the Kea Atmos aircraft with all its subsystems and technical facets.

What we expect you to bring to the job

  • Educational Background: A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field is required. Advanced degrees or specializations in embedded systems or software engineering are a plus.
  • Track record of 4+ years of demonstrable experience in embedded software development in a relevant industrial environment.
  • Exceptional ability in implementing embedded C/C++ software.
  • Experience in working with ARM microcontrollers and microprocessors.
  • Hands-on experience in test-driven and automated software development processes.
  • Strong knowledge of communication protocols like CAN, UART, SPI, I2C, and hands-on experience in writing fault-tolerant device drivers
  • Experience in debugging and testing embedded hardware using electrical laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, and logic analysers.
  • Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) Experience: Demonstrable experience with real-time operating systems, understanding task scheduling, concurrency management, and memory allocation.
  • Proven ability to operate independently within a Linux environment.

Skills that would give you a headstart

  • Safety-Critical Software Development: Knowledge of developing software that adheres to industry-specific safety standards, such as DO-178C (aviation), is highly desirable.
  • Skills in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and PCB layouts
  • Understanding of system agnostic programming principles.
  • Previous involvement with Agile and systems engineering approaches.
  • Experience in using GitHub/GitLab to manage complex software projects.
  • Knowledge of GitLab CI/CD workflows.
  • Experience in software development with Python.
  • Awareness of processes involving CMake and Docker.
  • Experience in software and hardware-in-the-loop testing.
  • Previous involvement with wireless technologies/RF systems, essential for UAS communication and control systems.
  • Good writing and communication skills.

Important Information
For security and safety reasons, police vetting will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. Job applications should also include confirmation that the applicant has a valid New Zealand work visa or New Zealand residency/citizenship. 

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