System Architect
Hamilton Barnes 🌳 · Immenstaad am Bodensee, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Tailor my CV for this job — freeSystem Architect | Satellite Communications Manufacturer
This is a chance to step in and define the long-term technical direction of a brand new product line rather than maintain someone else's design, turning system concepts into working proof-of-concept terminals.What's in it for you?Architectural ownership of a newly approved LEO programme from concept through to prototypeA permanent role, with long-term influence over the product roadmapHybrid working with up to 60% home office (3 days per week on-site) at a lakeside location in one of southern Germany's most attractive regions to live and workHands-on work across SoCs, FPGAs, embedded Linux, and next-generation radio technologies including 5G NTNProfessional relocation support where appropriateResponsibilitiesLead system-level design and prototyping of satellite communication systemsConfigure and integrate SoCs, FPGAs, and peripherals into complete proof-of-concept systemsDevelop, test, and optimise end-to-end PoCs using in-house and partner solutionsMake hardware/software co-design decisions across embedded Linux, RTOS, and hardware bus architectureSkills RequiredProduct development experience on communication devices with a radio interface (satellite, 5G, or Wi-Fi modems)Solid telecoms/comms fundamentals, including networking protocols such as TCP/IP and EthernetHands-on experience in at least one of: embedded Linux, RTOS, or SoC/FPGA integrationEnglish language skillsStrong Differentiators5G NTN or wider 5G/6G protocol experience at product levelDepth across more than one of embedded Linux, RTOS, and SoC/FPGA integration, including board bring-upThis is a great opportunity to own a genuinely cutting-edge 5G NTN project, where the technology has only existed for a few years. Please apply now if you have the required skills!