SpaceX · 5 months ago
Lead Software Engineer (Full Stack) - Build Reliability
Hawthorne, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$160K/yr - $220K/yr
2+ years expSpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. They are seeking a Lead Software Engineer to design and improve software solutions that ensure reliable manufacturing processes and product traceability for their spacecraft programs.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Directly manage a team of software engineers
Own all aspects including the delivery and support of the Build Reliability software roadmap, which is consumed by users across SpaceX
Track usage of Applications and features and suggest/implement features to improve them
Manage and track multiple priorities while maintaining a focus towards common project goals
Maintain high standards of excellence and never settle for the status quo
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or other engineering discipline and 2+ years of professional software development experience; OR 6+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of degree
1+ years of experience in full stack development, software engineering, data engineering, or data science
Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed
Must be willing to travel – up to 10%
Preferred
Experience mentoring and growing employees
Experience as an architect - proven ability to design and implement robust and scalable systems with flexible and scalable UI that meets future needs
Experience in Python, C#, .NET, Go, Java, or similar object-oriented language
Experience in Angular, React, or similar JavaScript framework
Experience with PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or similar database technologies
Expertise in designing software systems
Expertise in testing and infrastructure
Expertise in profiling and improving application performance
Experience collaborating across group and department lines with a wide range of engineers/managers
Experience with communication and teamwork
Experience with software engineering fundamentals (object-oriented programming, networking, and working in a team development environment)
Benefits
Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
Potential discretionary bonuses
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Various other discounts and perks
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.78BKey Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
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Leadership Team
Bret Johnsen
CFO
Charles Kuehmann
VP Materials Engineering
Recent News
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