Senior Embedded Software Engineer (m/w/d)

Job title:

Senior Embedded Software Engineer (m/w/d)

Company:

HyPrSpace

Job description

POWERING AEROSPACE FUTURE WITH THE NEXTGEN PROPULSION TECHNOLOGYAt HyPrSpace, our mission is clear: to make advanced propulsion technology affordable and accessible for a wide array of applications, from civilian to defense. With our pioneering hybrid rocket engine, we’re introducing a new era of aerospace capabilities—more efficient, cost-effective, safer, and sustainable.Joining us :Join the adventure at HyPrSpace, where innovation, collaboration, and humor blend to create groundbreaking advancements in space propulsion.As part of the #SpaceBakers team, you’ll contribute to a unique, patented technological leap, embarking on the full lifecycle development of a space launch vehicle. Immerse yourself in an environment that prioritizes a “test and learn” philosophy, ensuring your ideas not only take flight but soar.At HyPrSpace, your work directly impacts our trajectory towards success, offering rapid skill development in an iterative, hands-on approach.Role overview:As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer, you’ll join our embedded software team to help develop and maintain critical software for our launch vehicles Baguette One and OB-You’ll work hand-in-hand with the rest of the development teams to bring robust and certifiable software to life for our launch vehicles Baguette One, OB-1.This is an opportunity to work on embedded systems that fly, while applying rigorous engineering standards in a high-stakes environment.Your key responsibilities:As a part of the engine avionics team, you will be an active contributor in the full development lifecycle of embedded software, from requirements to integration and testing.Your main responsibilities will include:

• Write and maintain C++ code for safety-critical embedded systems.
• Lead everyday technical activities of the software team (on the full software lifecycle)
• Organize and follow the technical work
• Work with the system team on software requirements analysis, specification, and traceability.
• Contribute and validate software design, implementation, and low-level testing (unit and integration).
• Follow and apply critical software development standards (e.g., ECSS, DO-178).
• Being a technical referent and provide technical guidance to the rest of the team
• Ensure that the development goes in the right direction to support validation, qualification, and certification processes.
• Collaborate with electronics, systems, and quality teams to ensure robust and compliant software delivery.
• Conduct code reviews, and in root cause analysis of software issues.

Who we are looking for:You are a embedded software enginner with 7+ years of experience who is motivated to work on complex and critical embedded systems. You are excited by the idea of contributing to real flight software in a demanding, structured development environment.Your core qualifications, skills and mindset:

• Master’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Solid foundation in embedded C++ programming and real-time systems.

• Knowledge of usual peripheral communication buses (i2c, SPI, UART)
• Familiarity with microcontrollers and bare-metal microcontrollers.
• Experience in developing critical software (e.g., via coursework, internships, or academic projects).
• Familiarity with software development methodologies used for safety/mission-critical systems (e.g., V-model, ECSS, DO-178, ISO 26262).
• Comfortable reading datasheets, working with technical standards, and documenting your work clearly.
• Experience with versioning (Git, Gitlab) and CI tools
• A curious, meticulous, and team-oriented mindset, with a willingness to share your knowledge.

Bonus points if you have:

• Knowledge of modern C++ (eg. 20)
• Familiarity with RTOS, STM32, automotive MCUs.
• Experience with debugging tools, simulators, or hardware-in-the-loop setups.
• Experience with Rust programming.
• Knowledge of build tools (make, cmake, Bazel, Yocto)
• Some exposure to Python or scripting tools for automation and testing.
• Experience with deterministic ethernet-based protocols
• Knowledge of field buses (1553, CANOpen)

Ready to launch your career with us and help develop the software that flies?
Apply now and become part of our growing team of 80+ engineers shaping the future of launch systems!HyPrSpace is an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. Our selection process is based on competencies requirements for positions only. If you are eager to make a significant impact, come as you are, we want to hear from you.We propose you a competitive compensation, an equity scheme through our BSPCE stock option plan, tickets restaurants (lunch-voucheon) for each working day, and 75% of your public transportation pass taken in charge.We also highly value well-being by offering flexible working hours, a 300€-allowance for sport and regular team events. All within the vibrant surroundings of Bordeaux, a nexus of culture, viniculture, and coastal life!At HyPrSpace, we’re developing a hybrid rocket engine versatile enough to redefine the whole aerospace landscape. This is about making advanced propulsion affordable and accessible for a wide range of applications, from civilian to defense. Our technology is a game-changer for the entire aerospace sector : it is more efficient, cost-effective, safer and greener.We’re a united team of 80+ (and still growing) aerospace enthusiasts developing a revolution in this industry : a patented hybrid rocket engine that actually works.

Expected salary

Location

Le Haillan, Gironde

Job date

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 23:21:37 GMT

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