Os Platform Engineer

k2 space

Los Angeles, CA, United States
Base: $160,000 - $200,000; equity: compyny stock i...
On-site
Rust c/c++ python development experience
Linux systems programming expertise
Embedded linux image building skills
K2 Space is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown to unlock performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit

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 successful candidate will architect and evolve core operating system capabilities ensuring a reliable boundary between SoC complexity and high-level flight software.
  • This role offers a base salary range of $160,000 - $200,000 plus equity in the company along with comprehensive benefits including paid parental leave.

Matching Summary

K2 Space is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown to unlock performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit.

Salary

Base: $160,000 - $200,000; Equity: Company stock included; Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical/dental/vision/coverage and paid parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Rust C/C++ Python development experience
  • Linux systems programming expertise
  • Embedded Linux image building skills
  • Hard real-time embedded systems knowledge
  • UBoot customization for secure boot
  • Device tree curation across boards

Nice-to-have

  • Precision Time Protocol (PTP) familiarity
  • Spacecraft flight software experience
  • Continuous integration and delivery systems
  • Hardware-in-the-loop testing methods
  • Fault tolerant software design implementation
  • Software verification and testing methods

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in CS, Engineering, Math or STEM
  • 5+ years professional software engineering experience
  • Must be a U.S. Person per ITAR regulations

Work Rights

Must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR

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