Spacecraft software engineer

OHB Sweden is a Swedish provider of space systems and develops, builds, tests and operates satellites for space missions within communications, earth observation, space research and exploration. We deliver satellites and sub-systems for low-earth-orbit, geostationary and interplanetary missions.

The C++ Software Engineer will work in the Space Software Department and report to the team lead of the department. The position is based at OHB Sweden premises in Kista, Stockholm.

All of our projects involves a wide range of expertise, and thus requires a broad and flexible skill set for all those working at OHB Sweden. With this in mind, we are looking for a highly motivated software engineer with strong skills and documented experience in C++ Software Development, Communication Protocols, Software Development Processes and Continuous Integration.

You will work in a multi-disciplinary team, responsible for all space software development, from hardware-oriented software to application software. You will be involved in all phases of a satellite project from specification phase, through design, implementation, validation, integration, acceptance, and operation.

Task breakdown:

Design, code, test, deliver and maintain C++ software from concept to operational solutions.

Complete project deliverables in accordance with applicable SW engineering standards.

Continuously improve our engineering best practices.

Required qualifications:

University degree (MSc or equivalent) in computer engineering, computer science, electronics or physics,

Experience with C++ Software Development (C++, CMake), especially on the application level of embedded software,

Experience with Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery tools like Jenkins and Git,

Familiarity with standard communication protocols (Serial / UDP / TCP / SpaceWire / CAN),

Ability to work on multiple tasks against tight deadlines,

3+  years experience as a software developer.

Experience with:

Operating Sys