--- title: 'Embedded Software Team Leader at AST SpaceMobile' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/embedded-software-team-leader-ast-spacemobile-edinburgh-scotland-w8r8md6bbxh7' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-11-07' --- # Embedded Software Team Leader at AST SpaceMobile - **Company:** AST SpaceMobile - **Location:** Edinburgh Scotland, United Kingdom - **Posted:** 2026-11-02 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-07 - **Apply:** https://ast-science.com/company/careers/?gh_jid=4749860005 ## Job description AST SpaceMobile and our global partners are building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network to be accessible by standard smartphones. Called SpaceMobile, this ultra-powerful network is being designed to provide connectivity at 4G/5G speeds everywhere on the planet – on land, at sea and in flight. Position Overview We are seeking an experienced and results driven Embedded Software Tech Leader for BSP ASIC FW/SW. This leadership role combines hands-on technical expertise with mentoring, and leading technical solutions as part of development of cutting-edge real-time software for satellite systems. You will own SW architecture and delivery for AST’s ASIC embedded SW stack as used in the space communication platforms and play a key role in bridging between platforms hardware R&D, System, communication payload and integration teams. Key Responsibilities: - Implement and provide guidance to implementation of AST’s FW ASIC stack as required for ASIC bring up, verification, drivers and diagnostics. - Foster collaboration, accountability, and technical excellence across different SW groups and HW groups. - Technical Leadership: - Oversee architecture, implementation, and integration of BSP embedded software and diagnostics+test features to enable tests automation. - Guide development of drivers, RTOS services and applications, and system-level diagnostics for satellite communication systems. - Collaboration: - Cross collaboration with multidisciplinary teams: Systems Engineering, HW – RF and digital, ASIC VLSI, Validation and ATE, Payload applications SW - Act as a technical point of contact for internal stakeholders and external partners with ASIC BSP firmware. ## Qualifications Experience: 8+ years of embedded software development experience. - Technical Skills: Expert level in C and real-time programming with “thin” infrastructure (Free RTOS, Zephyr, bare metal). Strong knowledge of embedded system interfaces: I2C, SPI, UART, RS-485, Ethernet, SerDes, memory device management, boot loaders and embedded HW resources (memory technologies, watch-dogs, fail-safe mechanism) - bring up and debugging Hands-on experience with lab equipment: oscilloscopes, analysers, signal generators. Proven experience in defining architecture, SW workflows and interfaces. Experienced with SW release workflows and integration of large SW stacks.. - Leadership Skills: Proven ability to guide and inspire engineers across software and test domains, preferably – across multiple site and geographies. Strong sense of ownership and execution. Education: B.Sc in Computer Science or Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field., M.Sc is preferred. Soft Skills: - Leadership Skills: - Proven ability to guide, mentor and inspire engineers across software and test domains. Strong sense of ownership and execution. - Excellent communication and collaboration abilities. - Fluent in English, written and spoken. Technology Stack: - Expert in C and real-time programming (thin RTOS – Free RTOS, Zephyr, bare metal). Some Experience with CI/CD Buildkite/Jenkins based methodologies and tools such as Git/GitLab CI/CD, or similar - Experience with container technologies, including Docker Physical Requirements - Working from office at least 3-4 days a week + 1-2 remote This job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands. AST SpaceMobile is an Equal Opportunity, at will Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. ## About AST SpaceMobile ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: AST SpaceMobile is building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network accessible directly by standard, unmodified smartphones. - **Entity Type**: Public (Nasdaq: ASTS) - **Headquarters**: Midland, Texas, USA - **Founded**: 2017 - **Founders**: Abel Avellan ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Space-based telecommunications / Satellite broadband - **Target customers**: B2B (mobile network operators), B2C (indirectly through MNOs), and government/defense agencies - **Mission**: To eliminate connectivity gaps faced by today’s nearly six billion mobile subscribers and bring broadband to the billions who remain unconnected using a space-based cellular network. ## Products & Services - **[SpaceMobile Network]**: A space-based cellular broadband network that delivers 4G/5G connectivity directly to standard smartphones without any hardware modifications, apps, or software updates. - **[BlueBird Satellites]**: The company’s commercial satellite constellation, designed to provide full broadband coverage globally. BlueBird satellites are among the largest commercial communications arrays in low Earth orbit. - **[BlueWalker 3]**: The prototype satellite used to demonstrate world-first voice, 5G, and video calls from space to ordinary phones. - **[Government & Defense Solutions]**: Tailored connectivity for tactical and public safety applications (e.g., FirstNet tests, government contracts). ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Market capitalization exceeded $8 billion as of August 2024 (stock price ~$38.60). More recent figures are not publicly available but the company has raised over $2 billion as of Q2 2025. - **Key Metric (Total Funding)**: Over $2 billion raised (debt and equity) as of Q2 2025. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Vodafone, Rakuten, American Tower, Samsung Next, Cisneros, Google (product partnership), AT&T, Verizon, FirstNet Authority. - **Growth Signals**: - Partnerships with nearly 60 mobile network operators covering ~3 billion combined subscribers. - Successfully completed first VoLTE voice calls, video calls, and 5G data connections using standard smartphones via satellite. - First public safety tests on FirstNet (Jan 2024) and first activation for government defense use cases (June 2025). - Commercial contract with Vodafone through 2034 for Europe and Africa. - 578 employees as of 2024; expanding manufacturing and office footprint globally. ## Competitive Advantages - **First-mover**: Only company offering direct-to-smartphone satellite broadband with no specialized hardware or software required. - **Patent Moat**: Over 3,800 patents and pending claims protecting proprietary technology. - **MNO Integration**: Deep partnerships with major global operators enable seamless integration with existing terrestrial networks. - **Satellite Scale**: BlueBird satellites feature large phased-array antennas (BlueWalker 3 array is 693 sq ft), providing a field of view over 300,000 sq miles. ## Strategic Focus - **Constellation Deployment**: Rapidly launching and operationalizing the BlueBird satellite fleet to start generating significant commercial revenue. - **Global Coverage Expansion**: Targeting full service across multiple continents, with a focus on remote and underserved regions. - **Government & Defense**: Broadening contracts for secure, tactical connectivity. - **Technology Advancement**: Continued R&D on next-generation satellite capabilities and network optimization. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Fast-growing company with a startup mindset; employees are encouraged to wear many hats and tackle meaningful challenges. - **Global Presence**: Offices in Midland (TX), Homestead (FL), Miami (FL), Lanham (MD), Tel Aviv, Barcelona, Edinburgh, Hyderabad, and other locations. - **Impact**: Opportunity to work on a historic transformation in global connectivity, directly connecting billions of people. - **Perks & Environment**: Nearly 500,000 sq ft of manufacturing and office facilities; emphasis on innovation, autonomy, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. - **Career Growth**: Open positions listed on Greenhouse; values proactive, passionate innovators. ## Sources 1. [AST SpaceMobile Official Website](https://ast-science.com) 2. [AST SpaceMobile Company Page](https://ast-science.com/company/) 3. [AST SpaceMobile Careers Page](https://ast-science.com/company/careers/) 4. [AST SpaceMobile Investor Relations](https://investors.ast-science.com/) 5. 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