Junior FPGA

WHO ARE WE?

Sateliot is a Barcelona-based Startup in the New Space sector, becoming the first satellite telecommunications operator that will provide global and continuous connectivity to all the elements that will make up the massive Internet of Things (IoT) universe under the 5G protocol.

In order to do so, Sateliot is launching a constellation of last generation nanosatellites, located at low altitude that act as mobile towers. Sateliot is the perfect complement for large telecommunications companies by providing them with the necessary infrastructure where terrestrial technologies do not arrive.

YOUR MISSION

Working within the Payload team, your mission is to support the development of the "brain" of our satellites. Your role is a dynamic 50/50 mix of hardware design (RTL) and low-level firmware development.

You will help design, verify, and interact with the digital logic that powers our payloads, ensuring our satellites can communicate effectively from orbit. We are looking for a Junior Engineer who is hungry to learn, adaptable, and excited to see their code fly.

YOUR MAIN FUNCTIONS

• RTL Design & Simulation: Design and implement digital logic using VHDL or Verilog for Xilinx FPGA architectures. Simulate your designs to ensure reliability before implementation.
• Firmware Development: Write C firmware to interface with the FPGA, managing data flow, control logic, and hardware-software interaction.
• Automation & Scripting: Develop and maintain scripts using Python and Tcl to automate build processes, testing workflows, and lab verifications.
• Hands-on Debugging: Work in the lab with real hardware to debug signals, validate payload performance, and troubleshoot integration issues.
• Future Innovation: Explore and learn next-generation technologies, specifically the Xilinx Versal architecture, to help future-proof our constellation.

REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Academic or internship experience designing digital circuits using VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog.

Technical Skills

• Solid understanding of C programming for embedded systems (pointers, memory management, low-level drivers).
• Demonstrable ability to write scripts in Python or Tcl for automation tasks.
• AI-Augmented Engineering: Experience using AI coding assistants (e.g., Cursor AI, Copilot) to accelerate development and debugging, or a strong willingness to adopt these tools to work smarter and faster.
• Professional proficiency in English.

Soft Skills

• A proactive attitude and a genuine passion for Space Tech and 5G.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently when needed.
• Eagerness to learn and share knowledge with the team.

NICE TO HAVE

• Basic knowledge of Software Defined Radio (SDR) or Baseband processing concepts.
• Experience writing testbenches (using ModelSim or Vivado Simulator) to verify RTL designs.
• Familiarity with Git version control workflows.
• Comfortable working in a Linux environment and using the command line (Bash).
• Previous exposure to Xilinx tools like Vivado or Vitis.
• A specific interest in Xilinx Versal or AI Engines is a huge plus.

WHAT YOU'LL FIND WHEN WORKING AT SATELIOT:

You will be part of one the fastest-growing start-ups in Spain with global reach along getting into the challenging world of New Space & Telecommunication.

Our culture is based on embracing openness by welcoming multicultural talent, being respectful with everybody and being open to exchange ideas. We are also committed to a healthy lifestyle by helping our team balance their work and personal life and also by providing them facilities for healthy habits.

We are a driven team with big goals, that seek for people who are genuinely passionate about their work and that also want to keep learning and getting better personally and professionally

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

• Full time permanent Contract
• Hybrid Work Model
• Schedule flexibility
• Flat and transparent organizational structure
• Buddy Program to help you with your integration during your first month
• Flexible compensation package: Tax benefits with ticket restaurant, transportation and kindergarten, training programs.
• We promote good physical and mental health, with a Health insurance, Fresh fruit in the office and the possibility of sharing the cost of bicycle transport or gyms.
• Work in a dynamic, multidisciplinary and multicultural environment that will allow you to boost your professional career
• To be part of a strong, international, friendly and motivated team, where you can progress both personal and professionally
• The chance to be part of one of the most exciting and disruptive space projects in Europe