Software Development Manager Jobs in Anchorage, AK

Head of R&D UK

• United Kingdom

We are expanding in the UK!

Ramon.Space is a leader in space-resilient computing infrastructure. Powered by its unique AI/ML processors, Ramon.Space’s software-empowered systems enable the realization of Earth-like space-resilient computing capabilities in space.

Ramon.Space has a proven track record in space since 2014, the company’s proven technology has already been deployed in space and used in over 50 deep space and satellite missions across the solar system – with zero failures, among them are missions with NASA and the European Space Agency.

We are a global start-up with 70 + employees based out of the U.S., Israel and are now expanding in the U.K.

Our mission is to revolutionize the way satellites, space robots, and spacecraft communicate through deep space, in-earth orbit, and with ground stations. Our technology is based on space-proven state-of-the-art proprietary Manycore architecture that enables a novel approach to efficiently design satellite communication systems.

If you are looking to make an impact, come and join a team developing the next generation of space communication technology.

Ramon.Space is seeking a highly skilled and experienced R&D Leader to join our innovative team.

In this role you will lead a multidisciplinary team responsible for developing advanced digital satellite communication systems.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in leading multidisciplinary teams, specifically in developing embedded systems for space applications, and a robust background in telecom, ideally in developing digital telecom payloads for satellites.

Experience with European Space Agency (ESA) lead projects is a significant advantage.

What you will be doing

• Lead and manage a multidisciplinary R&D team developing digital telecom payloads and embedded systems for satellite applications.
• Oversee the entire product development lifecycle, from inception to production, ensuring adherence to project timelines and milestones.
• Develop and implement engineering strategies, processes, and best practices to enhance efficiency, quality, and performance.
• Collaborate closely with adjacent teams and departments to ensure seamless integration and delivery of projects.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement within the engineering teams, encouraging the adoption of new technologies and methodologies.
• Ensure all engineering activities comply with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Manage project resources, and risks, ensuring projects are delivered on time and spec.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence within the engineering teams.
• Mentor and develop engineering team members, providing guidance, training, and career development opportunities.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, customers, and external partners to ensure transparency and alignment on project goals and status.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams developing embedded systems, particularly for space applications.
• Knowledge and experience in developing cellular networks.
• Experience in leading a system architecture stage of a project.
• Experience in the design and implementation of embedded telecom systems.
• Strong knowledge of digital communication principles and satellite communication protocols.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and debug complex embedded systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication and teamwork abilities, with a demonstrated history of effective collaboration across departments.
• Proven experience with R&D management, including managing resources and risks to ensure on-time and within-spec project delivery.
• Familiarity with space industry standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices related to satellite communication and embedded systems.

Advantages

• Good knowledge of embedded systems hardware architecture, design patterns, and development methodologies.
• Familiarity with radiation-hardened component selection and design practices for space applications.
• Good understanding of the interactions between electronics, firmware (FW), and software (SW) aspects in creating accurate system architecture.
• Understanding schematic capture and PCB layouts.
• Experience in software development for embedded systems, preferably in satellite communication or space applications.
• Good knowledge of software architecture, design patterns, and development methodologies.
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS), software-defined radios (SDRs), and FPGA programming.
• Experience in system engineering, focusing on the overall design and architecture of satellite communication systems.
• Experience with Xilinx toolchains and ecosystems.
• Familiarity with antenna systems, RF frontend design, and modulation techniques.
• Experience with 5G waveform, DVB-S2X, CCSDS modems, DPDK, and VPP L2/L3 processing.
• Experience in executing a European Space Agency (ESA) lead project.

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