Software/Firmware Engineer - Space unit

Category: Software Development/ Engineering
Main location: Netherlands, Zuid-Holland, Rotterdam
Position ID: J0424-0221
Employment Type: Full Time

Position Description:

Join our team and contribute to shaping a safer future in space! We are looking for passionate individuals to help develop innovative and secure solutions for space applications. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact and ensure the safety of space missions, apply now!

Your role in our team
Security and space intersect in various aspects of our lives. As a software/firmware engineer at CGI, you possess expertise in software and firmware development, adhering to the latest principles. You excel in designing, simulating, implementing, and verifying FPGA circuits using HDL. You are interested in security and cryptography and you like to bring this together in new applications. Joining a multidisciplinary team, you will participate in sprint-based delivery of software and firmware, overseeing the entire development cycle.

How you strengthen our team
At CGI Space, with nearly 40 years of expertise in the space industry, you find yourself at the heart of our growing and dynamic organization. You are part of an international team with over 500 colleagues spread across the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, the Netherlands, and the Czech Republic. Together, we work on challenging European projects in the fields of security, navigation, Earth observation, and satellite communication. This is your opportunity to make an impact on the future of space security in Europe. You will join our Space Team in the Netherlands, your main base office will be located in Rotterdam.
You have a broad interest in technology and development of high tech systems and you like to work and develop outside your knowledge area. You have:
• Completed Bachelor or Master degree in Electrical Engineering or Embedded System or Technical Software Engineering;
• Knowledge or experience as electronics design engineer / embedded system engineer ;
• Knowledge or experience as FPGA developer using HDL (VHDL, Verilog and HLS);
• Knowledge or experience with assembly or embedded C for microcontrollers (Optional);
• Knowledge or experience using various common digital interfaces;
• Knowledge or experience of testing and debugging of FPGA;
• You have demonstrated good written and verbal communication skills while working in a team.

Please note that holding an EU passport is mandatory for obtaining an EU Personal Security Clearance at the CONFIDENTIAL level, which is a part of our selection process.

Why CGI?
CGI is one of the world's largest IT consultancy firms. Our people keep the Netherlands running. Government agencies, banks, (aero-) space, infrastructure organizations and energy and manufacturing companies are clients of CGI. We work on interesting projects that touch the daily lives of millions of people. We are present regionally, augmented with global domain knowledge, our ecosystem, and colleagues spread all over the world. We are proud of the impactful projects that we, together with our colleagues, make a success.

At CGI, we place great value on diversity and inclusion, as this not only promotes collaboration but often leads to better results. We look forward to your contribution to our team!

• Work in small self-managing teams consisting of experts in your field
• Take control of your own career with the space to continue developing yourself
• You work with the latest technologies
• An excellent salary and attractive secondary employment conditions
• Immediate permanent contract
• Part-time possibilities
• And the opportunity to become a CGI shareholder

Join our team of experts and apply now!
We will contact you as soon as possible. Questions about the position? Ask them to Alexandra Zevenbergen, Director Consulting Services via alexandra.zevenbergen@cgi.com.
For more information about the application procedure, please contact recruiter Chris Nikijuluw via + 31 6 204 51 105 or chris.nikijuluw@cgi.com.

We do not collaborate with external recruitment agencies. Therefore, unsolicited acquisition is not appreciated.

What you can expect from us:

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Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

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