Firmware Engineer, Autonomous Systems

ph3Who we are /h3pSphere Defense is a fully funded technology startup with the mission of providing allied countries with sovereign, effective and seamless autonomous countermeasures to neutralize todays’ and tomorrow’s aerial threats. /ppSphere Defense was founded by industry veterans with previous successful exits, and is headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, in the heart of Europe. /ph3About you /h3pYou are an experienced and highly-motivated bFirmware Engineer /b that has worked with MCUs running bare-metal and RTOSs, and is experienced with building highly reliable embedded, mission-critical systems. Ideally, you have worked with autonomous systems. /ph3What you’ll do /h3ullipBe one of the first members of a high-performing team, designing and developing autonomous countermeasures to protect allied countries from aerial threats /p /lilipDesign, develop and test high-performant and reliable firmware systems that encompass sensing, processing and actuation with low latency /p /lilipTogether with the hardware team, bring-up boards and systems, ensuring that all intended functional and performance requirements are met /p /lilipTroubleshoot and debug problems, ensuring that issues are addressed as they appear /p /lilipEstablish CI/CD pipelines, focusing on QA aspects /p /lilipBe a team player and a mentor, being available to support the team when needed /p /li /ulh3Location: /h3pOnsite in Brussels, Belgium. Our office is close to Central Station. /ph3Reports to: /h3pChief Technology Officer /ph3Requirements /h3ullipBachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics or equivalent /p /lilipAt least 4 years in relevant role, with increasing levels of ownership /p /lilipDemonstrated experience in the role, owning complex systems based on MCUs and MPUs running bare-metal and RTOS /p /lilipProficiency in C/C++ and Python /p /lilipExperience with bare-metal and RTOS firmware systems /p /lilipExperience with Device Drivers development and Board Bringup, including BSP creation /p /lilipExperience with lab equipment (oscilloscope, multimeter, etc.) for board bring-up and debug /p /lilipExperience with implementing and maintaining complex. multi-stage, SIL/HIL CI/CD processes /p /lilipExperience integrating sensors such as IMUs, network devices, etc. /p /lilipExcellent interpersonal communication skills in written and spoken English; French or Dutch is a plus /p /lilipYou are a self-starter, able to work in a high-ambiguity environment and willing to take up new challenges /p /li /ulh3Preferred Qualifications /h3ullipExperience with Linux and Yocto-based embedded systems /p /lilipExperience with the PX4 Flight Controller or other flight controllers /p /lilipProficient in Rust /p /lilipExperience with ST and NXP chipsets /p /lilipExperience with server communication (REST, gRPC, etc.) /p /lilipExperience with Mobile Apps integration (BLE, WiFi) /p /li /ulh3What

we offer
/h3ullipAttractive compensation /p /lilipYear-end bonus eligibility /p /lilipStock Options Plan eligibility /p /lilipMobility Budget /p /lilip32 days of holidays /p /lilipMeal vouchers /p /lilipPrivate Health insurance /p /li /ulpSphere Defense offers attractive compensation, stock options, and a unique opportunity to change the global defense landscape. /ppThis role is only open to candidates with right to work in Belgium. We cannot provide visa sponsorship at this time. /p /p