Hiring: OS Platform Engineer Company: K2 Space Corporation Location: Los Angeles, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-03 07:42:51 Target Skills & Keywords : C, C++, Embedded Systems, Linux, Python, Rust, SOC, SystemVerilog, VHDL About the job Experience: •5+ years of professional experience in software engineering Required Skills: •Create software architecture for real-time, fault tolerant control of a 20kW+ spacecraft •Maintain custom RT Linux Distribution for internally developed computers •Maintain and customize UBoot to support a bullet-proof rollback system along with validation of authenticity at every step of the boot process •Curate device trees across various boards to allow easy use of hardware specific features •Create and utilize robust tools to allow for rapid deployment of quality code •Perform data analysis and anomaly investigation to identify and resolve software bugs •Support integration and testing of the spacecraft subsystems •Build and maintain infrastructure to increase reliability when developing and testing software Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, math, or a STEM discipline or 5+ years of professional experience in software engineering •Development experience in Rust, C/C++, Python, VHDL, SystemVerilog •Fluency with Linux systems programming and driver development •Operational familiarity with building embedded Linux images (Buildroot, Bitbake, Yocto) •Operational familiarity with Precision Time Protocol (IEEE1588 PTP) •Basic knowledge of electronics, computer architecture, and control systems Compensation: •$160,000 - $200,000 / year •Competitive benefits and rewards package •Base salary range for this role is $160,000 - $200,000 + equity in the company Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!