Senior Space Software Engineer (Rust/C++, C) - Equity

K2 Space; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Equity in the company

Job summary

K2 Space, based in Los Angeles, is seeking a Software Engineer to contribute to the development of software for spacecraft control systems. You will work with advanced technologies including Rust and C++, and be involved in building systems that manage propulsion and control for high-power satellites.

The role offers competitive compensation, equity, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical coverage and paid parental leave. Join us to help shape the future of space exploration!

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM or 5+ years of experience in software engineering.
• Development experience in Rust, C/C++, Python, VHDL, or SystemVerilog.

Responsibilities

• Create software architecture for fault tolerant control of spacecraft.
• Develop applications for control of spacecraft subsystems.
• Design state machines for robust operation.
• Perform data analysis and resolve software bugs.

Skills

Rust

C/C++

Python

VHDL

SystemVerilog

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, math, or a STEM discipline

5+ years of professional experience in software engineering

Job description

K2 Space, based in Los Angeles, is seeking a Software Engineer to contribute to the development of software for spacecraft control systems. You will work with advanced technologies including Rust and C++, and be involved in building systems that manage propulsion and control for high-power satellites.

The role offers competitive compensation, equity, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical coverage and paid parental leave. Join us to help shape the future of space exploration!