Spacecraft Real-Time Rust Software Engineer

K2 Space Corporation

Los Angeles (CA)

On-site

USD 123,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Equity in the company
Comprehensive benefits package
Paid time off
Medical/dental/vision coverage

Job summary

A leading space technology firm in Los Angeles is seeking a motivated Software Engineer to develop software for their advanced spacecraft. You will work primarily in Rust, creating robust architectures and applications for propulsion and control systems. Ideal candidates have a relevant degree or experience in software engineering, particularly with Rust. This role offers a competitive salary of $123,000 - $160,000, plus equity and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in computer science, engineering, math, or equivalent experience.
  • Strong development experience in Rust programming.

Responsibilities

  • Create software architecture for spacecraft control.
  • Develop applications for spacecraft subsystems.
  • Perform data analysis to identify bugs.
  • Support testing of spacecraft subsystems.

Skills

Rust development
Real-time control systems
Data analysis
Software testing and verification

Education

Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline or 3+ years of software engineering experience

Tools

Linux systems programming

Job description

A leading space technology firm in Los Angeles is seeking a motivated Software Engineer to develop software for their advanced spacecraft. You will work primarily in Rust, creating robust architectures and applications for propulsion and control systems. Ideal candidates have a relevant degree or experience in software engineering, particularly with Rust. This role offers a competitive salary of $123,000 - $160,000, plus equity and a comprehensive benefits package.
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