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About the Role
As an Operating Systems Engineer on Apex's Flight Software team, you will design, develop, and own the software that brings our spacecraft to life. You will tackle complex problems in autonomous systems and build robust software for reliable spacecraft operation. You will collaborate with mission operations, GNC, and hardware teams to architect new systems, prototype ideas, and develop mission-critical software.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and own mission-critical software for satellite systems throughout the full software lifecycle.
- Develop, configure, and maintain embedded Linux platforms and bootloader frameworks, including Yocto, Buildroot, WolfBoot, and U-Boot.
- Design, implement, and validate firmware update mechanisms, including bootloader integration, secure firmware deployment, and recovery procedures.
- Design and implement security enhancements across complex software architectures to improve system integrity, resilience, and secure operation.
Requirements
- U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data.
- Bachelor's degree in CS, EE or equivalent, or equivalent professional experience.
- 2+ years writing code for operating systems, ideally Yocto or embedded Linux on spacecraft, robotics, automotive, or other hardware that interacts with the physical world.
- Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, or Rust.
Skills
- Yocto
- Buildroot
- WolfBoot
- U-Boot
- Python
- C++
- Rust
- Embedded Linux
- Firmware update mechanisms
- Bootloader integration
- Secure firmware deployment
- System integrity
- System resilience
- Secure operation
- Flight software
- Hardware/software integration
- Schematic analysis
- Hardware debugging
- Oscilloscopes
- Logic analyzers
- Spacecraft attitude control systems
- Reaction wheels
- Magnetorquers
- Thrusters
- Software architecture
Location
- Playa Vista
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 2+ years
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree in CS, EE or equivalent, or equivalent professional experience.
Salary/Compensations
- Compensation ranges are set by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. A candidate's specific level and base pay are determined case by case and may vary with job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities, and internal equity.
Benefits
- Equity in Apex
- 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents
- $100k life insurance at no cost
- 15 days vacation, growing to 20+ days annually
- 10 paid holidays
- Competitive 401(k) plan with generous matching
- 8 weeks paid parental leave
- Childcare reimbursement up to $350/day for work-related travel
- Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks
- Monthly office socials, pickleball tournaments, run club, and gatherings
- Dream desk setup
- World-class Playa Vista office
About the Company
- Apex manufactures satellite buses at scale using a combination of software, vertical integration, and hardware designed for manufacturing.
- Our spacecraft enable the future of society, ranging from earth observation to communications and more.
- We are a fast-growing startup that has raised more than $500M in funding.
- We invest heavily in our people from day one.
- Apex believes in creating a work environment that you look forward to embracing every day.
- We offer the benefit of in-person collaboration with amazing coworkers and flexibility to integrate work and life.
- Work alongside experts from aerospace, new space, and other cutting-edge industries to make a lasting difference.
Equal Opportunity
- Apex Technology, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
- Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit, qualifications, and performance.
- We will never discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.