Senior Firmware Engineer, Asic

k2 space

Remote, US
Base: $160,000 – $220,000; equity: compyny stock i...
Remote
5+ years embedded firmware experience
C/c++ programming for socs
Soc board-level bring-up expertise
K2 Space is seeking a Senior Firmware Engineer to develop and enhance embedded firmware for high-performance satellite systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in embedded firmware development and a strong understanding of hardware interactions, contributing to the development of cutting-edge satellite technology

Job Summary

  • K2 Space is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown to unlock performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit.
  • The role involves developing low-level embedded firmware in C/C++ for CPUs, DSPs, and microcontrollers within custom SoCs used in next-generation spacecraft.
  • Candidates will work in a fast-paced environment contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup with multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027.

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K2 Space is seeking a Senior Firmware Engineer to develop and enhance embedded firmware for high-performance satellite systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in embedded firmware development and a strong understanding of hardware interactions, contributing to the development of cutting-edge satellite technology.

Salary

Base: $160,000 – $220,000; Equity: Company stock included; Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical/dental/vision/PTO/parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years embedded firmware experience
  • C/C++ programming for SoCs
  • SoC board-level bring-up expertise
  • CPU architecture knowledge ARM RISC-V
  • Debugging hardware/firmware interactions

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with secure boot implementations
  • Pre-silicon RTL simulation or FPGA prototyping
  • High-speed interface knowledge PCIe SerDes
  • Background in radiation-tolerant systems
  • Satellite communication system experience

Key Requirements

  • 5+ years experience in embedded firmware development
  • Hands-on experience with SoC bring-up
  • Strong proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems
  • U.S. Person status required by ITAR regulations

Work Rights

Must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR (citizen, Green Card holder, or protected individual)

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