Real-time Embedded Software Engineer – Space Systems

Job title: Real-time Embedded Software Engineer – Space Systems

About the Role Join Indra Space as an Engineering professional focusing on real-time embedded software for space and aeronautical applications. You will design, develop and verify software in tightly regulated, mission-critical environments and contribute to on-call interventions.

What You'll Do

• Design and develop real-time embedded software for space or aeronautical applications in compliance with applicable software development standards.
• Implement high-quality software using C and Python, following industry best practices.
• Work with real-time operating systems such as RTEMS, VxWorks, or FreeRTOS on embedded architectures (ARM Cortex, RISC-V, PowerPC, etc.).
• Perform software verification and validation activities, including test specification, definition, and execution using EGSE/SCOE test benches.
• Produce and maintain software and system design documentation using UML and SysML.
• Apply configuration management practices using GIT and SVN.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout the full software lifecycle.
• Participate in on-call duties and planned technical interventions when required.

What We're Looking For

• 3–5 years of experience in embedded real-time software design and development for the space or aeronautical industry.
• Excellent programming skills in C and Python.
• Solid knowledge of multitasking systems and real-time operating systems (RTEMS, VxWorks, FreeRTOS).
• Experience with embedded computer architectures such as ARM Cortex, RISC-V, PowerPC, or equivalent.
• Experience in software verification and validation, including test definition and execution.
• Knowledge of software configuration management tools (GIT, SVN).
• Experience with software design and documentation methodologies (UML, SysML).
• Knowledge of MISRA-C software coding standards.
• Experience with container technologies such as Docker and Podman.
• Medium-level experience with Python in ITOM or technical environments (3–4 years).
• Availability to participate in on-call rotations and planned interventions.
• English level B2 (desirable).

Nice to Have

• Experience with space programs or ESA/EU initiatives and knowledge of EGSE/SCOE test benches.
• Familiarity with software development in highly regulated environments.

Compensation & Benefits

• Work Your Way: Flexible hours to balance life and work.
• Open Culture: Direct communication and a friendly environment.
• Innovation at Its Core: Be part of groundbreaking projects with global impact.
• People First: Collaborative team that supports your success.
• Career Acceleration: Continuous feedback and annual reviews.
• Stability You Can Trust: Long-term projects in a leading company.
• Global Reach: Your work influences major international initiatives.
• Mobility Opportunities: Projects across Spain and beyond.
• Lifelong Learning: Access Open University programs and 3,000+ Udemy for Business courses.