SpaceX

Software Engineer (Starshield)

SpaceX

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about 1 month ago
Hawthorne, CA, USA
Entry Level / Mid Level

Base Salary

$120k - $170k/yr

Responsibilities

  • Create highly reliable software systems that control hundreds of satellites in low earth orbit.
  • Leverage software design to improve satellite constellation performance, security, and availability.
  • Oversee the software lifecycle from core needs assessment to on-orbit rollout.
  • Collaborate with teams to design and build next-generation satellite capabilities.
  • Write high-quality Linux-based C++ software for various processors.
  • Implement networking technologies for data direction across satellites and ground operations.
  • Build automated ground-based software systems for command and control.
  • Develop models and simulations for software testing and network performance analysis.
  • Create tools for test execution across multiple environments.
  • Invent systems for more frequent and reliable software deployment and testing.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or a related field, or 2+ years of professional software development experience.
  • Development experience in C, C++, or Python.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret or Top Secret SCI clearance.
  • Strong debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
  • Paid parental leave and 3 weeks of paid vacation.
  • Access to long-term incentives like stock options and bonuses.
  • Paid sick leave and 10 or more paid holidays per year.

Tech Stack

CC++LinuxPython

Categories

AI & MLBackendData EngineeringDevOpsFull StackSecurityTesting