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SpaceX · 14 hours ago

Software Engineer, Geospatial Data (Starshield)

SpaceX is a company focused on developing technologies for space exploration, with the goal of enabling human life on Mars. The Software Engineer, Geospatial Data role involves building processing systems for earth observation data and developing software that supports national security efforts using Starlink technology.

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Responsibilities

Develop novel geospatial data processing models to extract information from raw and partially processed sensor data
Create highly reliable software and machine learning systems that task remote sensor payloads on hundreds of satellites in low earth orbit and process the collected information
See your modeling work and software through from start-to-finish: from figuring out the core needs to prototyping, developing, and testing; to production rollout and beyond

Qualification

Machine learning engineeringFull stack developmentCC++PythonComputer vision algorithmsAWSCloud environmentsLinux server environmentsKubernetesContainer orchestrationPostgreSQLDatabasesCollaborationProblem-solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or scientific discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree
1+ years of experience in applied machine learning engineering, full stack development, and data science
1+ years of development experience in C, C++, or Python experience
This position requires successfully obtaining and maintaining a Top Secret Security Clearance as a condition of employment
Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed

Preferred

Experience applying modern computer vision algorithms at scale
Experience with software that has been used in real-world applications and projects
Experience with AWS or building inside of cloud environments
Experience with developing within Linux server environments, SSH, scripting, and configuration
Experience with Kubernetes or similar container orchestration frameworks
Experience with PostgreSQL or implementing highly performant databases
Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret or Top Secret SCI clearance

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
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy

Company

SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$11.78B
Key Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
2025-12-12Secondary Market
2025-09-10Secondary Market
2025-08-13Secondary Market· $10M

Leadership Team

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Bret Johnsen
CFO
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Charles Kuehmann
VP Materials Engineering
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