Overview
At Kepler Communications, we're not just imagining the future of on-demand space connectivity - we're leading it!
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At Kepler Communications, we're not just imagining the future of on-demand space connectivity - we're leading it! Our mission is to provide real-time on-orbit connectivity for critical missions, enabling a new era of data-driven intelligence and innovation. With 33 satellites launched to date, Kepler operates the first commercial optical data relay constellation, enabling real-time, continuous space communications while supporting advanced on-orbit compute and hosted payload capabilities. Industry-leading technology is only part of the story. What sets Kepler apart is our team: bold thinkers, skilled builders, and passionate problem-solvers who thrive on pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in space. We believe great ideas come from diverse perspectives, and we’re committed to creating an environment where you can grow, lead, and make a global impact.
If you’re ready to reach higher, move faster, and do work that shapes the future space economy - this is your launchpad. Come build the future with Kepler!
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation with a robust equity plan to share in our success.
- Comprehensive coverage for health, dental, and vision insurance—including dependents.
- Unlimited vacation, supportive parental leave policy, and company-wide holiday shutdown.
- Semi-annual company-wide parties and frequent in-office team events.
- Relocation packages available for approved roles.
- $1,500 annual professional development fund to support your growth.
- Fully stocked Toronto office kitchen with snacks, drinks, games and top-notch kitchen appliances.
- Town Halls, Celebration Calls, and Company-wide events to stay connected and engaged.
- We’re a certified Great Place to Work®, seven years in a row!
We’re on the hunt for a top-tier Embedded Software Engineer - Processing & Algorithms to build the processing software that turns raw sensor data into actionable information. Your focus will be on signal, image, and EO/IR processing algorithms across a growing fleet of spacecraft, spanning both space and ground-based assets. You’ll be relied upon for input and decisions that will directly impact design and operation.
Design and develop reliable, high-quality software related to:
Processing pipelines for EO/IR, signal, and image data across space and ground systems
Interfacing with imaging and data sensors to collect and analyze data
On-board software for our next generation of satellites
Support the development of detection and tracking algorithms, including evaluating and integrating third-party IP from vendors and partners into the processing pipeline
Writing thorough tests and documentation
Participating in software design review and code review processes
Work with electrical, digital design, and operations teams to identify required features and solidify the system architecture
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers
Identify shortcomings in existing software components and direct future development efforts
5+ years of embedded software development experience
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
Strong software design and development skills, including algorithms, testing and debugging
Proficiency in C/C++, especially in embedded topics such as concurrency, memory-mapped peripherals, and hardware interfaces (SPI, I2C, CAN)
Experience developing EO/IR, signal, or image processing algorithms
Demonstrated willingness and ability to leverage AI-assisted engineering and development tools to improve productivity, design quality, and innovation while adapting to evolving technologies and best practices
Comfortable using AI-assisted tooling for code development and testing
Experience interfacing with different imaging and data sensors to collect and analyze data
Experience with embedded operating systems and build systems, including OpenEmbedded / Yocto and FreeRTOS
Excellent communication skills
Ability to effectively use Git and associated CI/CD features
Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
Experience developing software for aerospace applications
Experience with detection and tracking algorithms for both edge and ground processing
Experience using ML/AI as part of the processing pipeline
Experience interfacing with FPGA or GPU processing hardware
Background (industry or personal projects) in sensor data collection and analysis
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