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Onboard Processing Software Engineer (GPU / Edge, Earth Observation)

Hybrid in Barcelona·Added 3 days ago

Open Cosmos

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Overview

Job details

Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Open Cosmos doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Be near Barcelona for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Strong Python skills for data processing, and clean, testable, maintainable code.
Hands-on experience with embedded Linux and ARM-based hardware.
Experience with GPU computing and performance optimisation, such as CUDA on Nvidia platforms.
Confidence profiling, debugging and optimising code on constrained hardware.
Experience turning scientific or analytical code into efficient production software.
An understanding of how power, memory, storage and heat limits shape software design.
Experience designing data pipelines, including data formats and metadata standards.
Familiarity with geospatial or image data libraries such as GDAL, rasterio, numpy or Xarray.
Good engineering habits: testing, version control and code review.
Clear communication, and the ability to explain technical trade-offs to engineers and non-engineers alike.

The role

Aim high, go beyond!

At Open Cosmos we are solving the world's biggest challenges from space, providing businesses, governments and researchers access to more readily available information than ever before - ready for the challenge? Then read on...

At Open Cosmos, our Data division transforms satellite data into meaningful insights that drive real-world impact. The team delivers all data products generated by Open Cosmos and its partners, curates and develops DataCosmos (our geospatial data platform) and builds integrations that make satellite imagery easy to access and act on.

We are now looking for a Software Engineer to join our Data team and turn ground-based image processing into efficient, reliable code that runs within the tight limits of power, memory and heat in space.

What you'll do

Building and maintaining the data processing pipelines that run on our satellites' Nvidia Jetson computers.
Taking image processing algorithms that already work on the ground and adapting them to run in orbit, with the same results.
Speeding up processing with GPU acceleration, and profiling and debugging code on ARM and GPU hardware.
Working closely with our ground-based Data Software Engineer, so improvements made in orbit also benefit the ground, and the other way round.
Building quality checks into the pipeline, so the data leaving the satellite is ready for customers.
Setting and maintaining data and metadata standards so on-board and ground outputs stay consistent.
Building, testing and deploying data workflows in embedded Linux, with solid testing and version control.
Trying out new processing techniques and data types, and bringing the best ones into our on-board workflows.
Working with our Flight Software, Systems and Operations teams, and with payload partners, to balance mission needs against what the hardware can do.

What You'll bring

This role can be based in any of our European Locations

To apply, you must have the legal right to work in our chosen location.

When applying, please submit your CV in English.

About Open Cosmos

Open Cosmos is a space technology company that designs, builds, and operates satellites and space missions. The company provides end-to-end solutions for space missions, from satellite design and manufacturing to launch and operations, serving clients in the Earth observation and communications sectors. They are known for their 'smallsat' missions and their focus on making space more accessible and affordable.

Open Cosmos has a growing presence in Spain, with offices in Barcelona and a team of engineers and scientists working on various space projects. The company's work culture is international and collaborative, with English as the working language, making it an attractive destination for international professionals. They offer a range of roles from engineering to operations, and their Spain-based positions are part of a global effort to advance space technology.

Industry: Space Tech
Founded: 2015
Employees: 100–250
Headquarters: Harwell, UK
In Spain: Barcelona
Website: open-cosmos.com

Good to know if you are moving

The company's working language is English, making it accessible for international professionals.
Open Cosmos has a strong presence in Barcelona, Spain, which is a major hub for their space engineering and data operations.
They offer a range of technical roles, from engineering to software development, which are well-suited for international talent.
The company is actively growing its Spain operations, indicating potential for career growth in the region.
They are involved in the growing small satellite market, a sector with increasing global relevance.

In their own words

About the company & team

Work at the cutting edge of space technology with customers around the globe
A mission-driven company making space accessible to help solve real-world challenges
A diverse, ambitious, and supportive team

Additional information

At Open Cosmos, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace built on respect, dignity, and belonging. As an equal opportunity employer, we actively challenge bias to ensure every candidate and employee feels truly welcome. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and are committed to maintaining an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

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