SpaceX · 2 days ago
Software Engineer, Flight Software (Starlink)
Redmond, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$140K/yr - $170K/yr
2+ years expSpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. As an engineer on the Starlink flight software team, you will design, develop and test software that is used to control SpaceX flight and ground systems.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop highly reliable autonomous software systems, and the full suite of testing needed to ensure their resilience, fault tolerance, and correctness
Design software for both vehicles flying in space, and the ground systems that support them
Build prototypes and analyze system metrics to prove out key design concepts and quantify technical constraints
Own all aspects of software development, including design, testing, release, and flight operations
Provide strong technical leadership, focus on continuous improvement
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline OR 2+ years of experience in software development
Development experience in C/C++, Python, or other similar programming languages
Willing to work extended hours and weekends when needed
Preferred
Strong software design and development skills
Experience designing fault tolerant, distributed, or real-time systems
Cross-context test design skills, ranging from simple unit tests through to integrated hardware-in-the-loop regression and exploratory tests
Thorough knowledge of computer architecture and networks
Knowledge of physics, math, and electronics
Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, and performance testing
Familiarity with Linux programming
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements
Ability to work independently or in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively in a solution-oriented manner
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
Access to a 401(k)-retirement plan
Short & long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
5 days of sick leave per year
Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday
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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Bret Johnsen
CFO
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VP Materials Engineering
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