Embedded Software Engineer
About the job
- An engineering degree in Electrical, Computer, Software, or a related field.
- A good command of the C and C++ programming languages and familiarity with assembly language.
- Strong knowledge of computer architecture and embedded systems concepts.
- Understanding of hardware design, schematics, and datasheets.
- Strong written and verbal English skills.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Contribute to the design, development, and verification of Board Support Packages (BSPs) across a range of hardware configurations.
- Develop test cases and procedures according to verification plans for a variety of embedded BSPs.
- Develop requirements and code according to development plans for a variety of embedded BSPs.
- Ensure BSP quality and safety compliance by adhering to DO-178C standards.
- Conduct development and verification of BSP components, ensuring compatibility, stability, and performance.
- Knowledge of boot loaders, firmware, and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
- Experience with multicore applications.
- Understanding of system architecture, memory management, and peripheral interfaces.
- Experience in BSP development and/or verification, as well as device drivers.
- Experience debugging and troubleshooting hardware and software integration issues.
- Knowledge of standards for developing safety-critical software in aerospace, medical, or automotive industries.
About the company
Avionyx provides embedded software and hardware engineering services for the commercial aerospace industry, offering full lifecycle development that complies with DO-178C, DO-254, and ASTM F3153-15. It performs on-site engineering in the United States and runs Avionyx SA in Costa Rica to handle project outsourcing, enabling nearshore collaboration. The company manages avionics from requirements through design, verification, and integration, delivering certified software and hardware solutions for aircraft while supporting certification activities. With AS9100 accreditation and a long history (since 1989) plus offshore capability since 2004, Avionyx differentiates itself through close US-based support coupled with nearshore capabilities and rigorous processes to help customers develop and certify reliable avionics.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
San Francisco, Costa Rica
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Joby acquired Avionyx on February 28, 2026, expanding certification capacity immediately.
- Rapita partnered with Avionyx on February 18, 2026, widening DAL A multicore demand.
- Open jobs in May and August 2026 indicate active demand and continued staffing investment.
What critics are saying
- Joby may reallocate Avionyx engineers toward eVTOL certification, starving external clients by 2027.
- Avionyx's business depends on scarce certification specialists; competitors like Rapita compress pricing now.
- If Joby delays FAA approval, Avionyx becomes an internal cost center with limited standalone demand.
What makes Avionyx unique
- Avionyx combines 35 years of DO-178C and DO-254 expertise in Costa Rica.
- Its AS9100D certification shows zero findings since 2020, signaling disciplined aerospace process control.
- Joby-owned, Avionyx offers near-shore certification services across the Americas for DAL A programs.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Remote Work Options
- Flexible Work Hours
- Paid Vacation
- Phone/Internet Stipend
- Gym Membership
- Professional Development Budget
- Meal Benefits