Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Toronto, CanadaCA$123k–CA$183kPosted Jul 6, 2026
Senior Electrical Design EngineerToronto, OntarioEngineering – Electrical /Full-time Regular /Hybridapply for this jobAt Kepler Communications, we're not just imagining the future of on-demand space connectivity - we're leading it!   Our mission is to provide real-time Internet access for space-based assets, enabling a new era of data-driven exploration and innovation. With 33 satellites launched to date, Kepler operates the first commercial optical data relay constellation, enabling real-time, continuous space communications while supporting advanced on-orbit compute and hosted payload capabilities.    Industry-leading technology is only part of the story. What sets Kepler apart is our team: bold thinkers, skilled builders, and passionate problem-solvers who thrive on pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in space. We believe great ideas come from diverse perspectives, and we’re committed to creating an environment where you can grow, lead, and make a global impact.    If you’re ready to reach higher, move faster, and do work that shapes the future space economy - this is your launchpad. Come build the future with Kepler!      What We Offer: * Competitive compensation with a robust equity plan to share in our success.  * Comprehensive coverage for health, dental, and vision insurance—including dependents.  * Unlimited vacation, supportive parental leave policy, and company-wide holiday shutdown.  * Semi-annual company-wide parties and frequent in-office team events.  * Relocation packages available for approved roles.  * $1,500 annual professional development fund to support your growth.  * Fully stocked Toronto office kitchen with snacks, drinks, games and top-notch kitchen appliances.  * Town Halls, Celebration Calls, and Company-wide events to stay connected and engaged.  * We’re a certified Great Place to Work®, five years in a row!We are looking for a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to define and continue the development of the electrical hardware and interfaces between Kepler’s latest generation satellite platforms and various bus/payload equipment. Key Responsibilities: Develop and own hardware solutions to support Kepler’s space technology that requires the utilization of leading technology and practices Heavily support design reviews for all active designs to minimize design gaps and drive learnings for younger engineers Supporting pathfinding development for future satellite generations that will utilize new technology and interfaces including UFS, 10G+ Ethernet, PCIe 5.0, various other high-speed interfaces, new memory technology, and processors Conduct and document engineering analysis including derating, reliability, radiation, EMI/EMC, FMECA, and power budgets  Contribute to best practices and development of internal standards  Maintain thorough technical documentation that captures design decisions, design specifications, block diagrams, interface requirements, and system architecture reports Work closely with other cross-functional engineering teams including RF, mechanical, software, and FPGA to develop full product solutions    Develop full product solutions by working closely with other cross-functional engineering teams including RF, mechanical, software, and FPGA Drive knowledge-sharing activities to build up the technical knowledge of more junior engineers Required Skills & Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent.  7+ years of hardware design experience (schematic and layout), including a strong background of:  Leading development of multi-board systems and handling electrical interface planning and definition  Performing schematic design and layout of processors, FPGAs, SoCs, DAC/ADCs or other high speed digital components  Familiarity with various memory types and interfaces including QSPI, UFS, DDR3/4, eMMC  Design and routing for high-speed interfaces including JESD204B, 10G Ethernet, etc.  Clock generation, PLLs, jitter cleaning, clock...

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