3 months ago
Hawthorne, CA, USAMid Level
H1B sponsor
Base Salary
$125k - $150k/yr
Responsibilities
- Create highly reliable software systems that control thousands of satellites in low Earth orbit
- Own software development from requirements and prototyping through development, testing, on-orbit rollout, and ongoing maintenance
- Write Linux-based C++ software for common processors and microcontrollers such as ARM, PowerPC, and x86
- Develop embedded cryptography applications, high-performance sensor-data networks, satellite command-and-control systems, simulations, and testing tools
- Develop tools for testing across virtualized hardware, real hardware-in-the-loop, and vehicle-in-the-loop environments
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and end customers to design satellite capabilities and deliver products and data
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, or a scientific discipline, or two-plus years of professional software development experience in lieu of a degree
- Development experience in C, C++, or Rust
- Fundamental knowledge of computer architecture, networks, debugging, and software testing
- Production experience with containerization technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes is preferred
- Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL or CockroachDB is preferred
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret or Top Secret SCI clearance
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively, take initiative, communicate effectively, and adapt to changing requirements
- Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
- Must satisfy applicable ITAR eligibility or obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Short- and long-term disability insurance and life insurance
- Paid parental leave, employee discounts, and other perks
- Approximately three weeks of paid vacation and 10 or more paid holidays per year
- Paid sick leave pursuant to company policy
- Potential eligibility for stock or long-term cash awards, discretionary bonuses, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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About SpaceX
SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches orbital rockets and spacecraft, and operates Starlink, a global satellite internet network for consumers, businesses, and governments. Its revenue comes from commercial and government launch services (Falcon 9/Falcon Heavy, Dragon cargo and crew to the ISS) and subscription broadband with Starlink hardware and service. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Hawthorne, California, the privately held company serves NASA and commercial satellite operators, building most systems in-house.