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SpaceX · 4 days ago

Software Engineer (Network Performance)

Redmond, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$140K/yr - $170K/yr

2+ years exp

SpaceX is a company dedicated to advancing human life on Mars through innovative technologies. They are seeking a Software Engineer on the Starlink Community Gateway team to define and deploy key product features that enhance global connectivity and optimize network performance. The role requires a technically excellent problem solver to develop reliable software for high-throughput applications.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop highly reliable real-time software running on network switches, servers, ground antennas, and satellites to optimize network performance for the most demanding high-throughput applications

Own the impact of the software you create over its complete lifecycle including architecture design, implementation, testing, and support. Incorporate learnings from real-world deployments to drive continual improvement

Develop tools where needed to support testing, performance monitoring and troubleshooting of the systems that depend on your software

Build prototypes and manage experiments to prove out key design concepts

Innovate next-generation networking technologies to direct data through an ever-changing network of satellites, ground stations, and users

Qualification

CC++ programmingNetworking protocolsDistributed systemsNetwork optimizationTraffic shapingBandwidth managementService provider networksDynamic environment adaptabilityProblem solvingSelf-starter

Required

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or a STEM discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree (internship experience is applicable)

Experience with networking protocols (UDP, TCP/IP, etc.) and distributed systems

Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed