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OS/Platform Software Engineer (Starlink)

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3 days ago
Redmond, WA, USAEntry Level / Mid Level
H1B Sponsor

Base Salary

$125k - $175k/yr

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and update in-house branches of OSS software such as Linux, Buildroot, and u-boot.
  • Support secure boot and runtime security of all Linux-based satellite components.
  • Maintain the spacecraft Ethernet network and connectivity.
  • Develop, deploy, and test spacecraft software update processes.
  • Support in-house System on Chip and peripheral through their lifecycle.
  • Support OS/Platform specific test infrastructure.
  • Develop and support device drivers for third-party and in-house components.
  • Be the first software team to receive new satellite components.
  • Interface with Silicon, Electrical, and Application Software Engineers to bring hardware from prototype stage to on-orbit operations.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, math, or science discipline, or 2+ years of professional software development experience.
  • Development experience in C, C++, Python, and/or Rust.
  • Linux Kernel upstreamed patches preferred.
  • Knowledge of networking and Linux networking stack.
  • Good knowledge of computer architecture and modern secure boot flows.
  • Experience with ARM embedded systems.
  • Deep understanding of testing, continuous integration, build, deployment, and continuous monitoring.
  • Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing.
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
  • Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements.

Benefits

  • Access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
  • Short and long-term disability insurance and life insurance.
  • Paid parental leave and 3 weeks of paid vacation.
  • 10 or more paid holidays per year.
  • Company shuttles for roundtrip travel from select locations to the SpaceX office.

Tech Stack

CC++LinuxPythonRust