At arenaflex, we're pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the world of satellite technology. Our Starlink constellation is revolutionizing the way people connect to the internet, providing fast, reliable access to millions of users worldwide. As a Principal Embedded Software Engineer on our Customer Hardware team, you'll play a critical role in shaping the future of satellite internet and helping us maximize its potential for individuals, communities, and businesses.
**About arenaflex**
arenaflex is a pioneering company that's redefining the space industry. Founded on the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not, we're actively developing the technologies to make this possible. With the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars, we're committed to innovation, collaboration, and pushing the boundaries of what's thought possible.
**Job Summary**
As a Principal Embedded Software Engineer on our Customer Hardware team, you'll be responsible for designing and implementing highly available, fault-tolerant consumer devices that operate for long periods of time with minimal maintenance for millions of users. You'll participate in architecture, design, and code reviews, develop prototypes to prove out key design concepts, and work with our factory to manufacture devices in-house. You'll also write quality Linux-based software for common processors and microcontrollers, develop systems that allow for test execution across multiple environments, and invent new tools that enable more frequent and reliable software deployment, test execution, and data analysis.
**Responsibilities**
- Design and implement highly available, fault-tolerant consumer devices that operate for long periods of time with minimal maintenance for millions of users
- Participate in architecture, design, and code reviews
- Develop prototypes to prove out key design concepts and quantify technical constraints
- Work with the arenaflex factory to manufacture devices in-house
- Write quality Linux-based software for common processors and microcontrollers (e.g. ARM, RISC V, etc.)
- Develop systems that allow for test execution across multiple environments such as virtualized hardware or real hardware-in-the-loop simulations
- Invent new tools that enable more frequent and reliable software deployment, test execution, and data analysis as part of a continuous integration and release system
**Basic Qualifications**
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or a STEM discipline and 10+ years of professional experience in software engineering; OR 15+ years of professional experience in software engineering in lieu of a degree
- 8+ years of development experience in C, C++, Golang, Python, or Rust
- Any experience with embedded or low-level systems development
**Preferred Skills and Experience**
- Developed, debugged, and deployed software that has been used in real-world embedded devices
- Creative approach to problem-solving, exceptional analytical skills, and engineering fundamentals
- Solid fundamental knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP etc.), electronics, math, physics, and radio frequency
- Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, and testing
- Experience with security issues associated with distributed systems and internet services
**Additional Requirements**
- Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
**Compensation and Benefits**
- Pay range: Software Engineer/Principal: $200,000.00 - $270,000.00/per year
- Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience
- Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at arenaflex. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k)-retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks
- You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.
**ITAR Requirements**
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR
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**Equal Opportunity Employer**
arenaflex is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with arenaflex is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.
**Applying to arenaflex**
If you're passionate about innovation, collaboration, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible, we encourage you to apply to this exciting opportunity. To learn more about this role and to apply, please visit our website at [arenaflex website URL].
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