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SpaceX · 1 week ago

Software Engineer, Beam Planning (Starlink)

Redmond, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$122K/yr - $145K/yr

2+ years exp

SpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars and is seeking a Beam Planning Software Engineer for the Starlink program. The role involves developing software to optimize satellite internet experiences and requires a strong background in software development.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop highly reliable, real-time software that determines which beams (user, laser, gateway, etc) should be formed in order to provide the best possible user experience for our low-latency, high-bandwidth satellite-based global network

Participate in and lead architecture, design, and code reviews

Develop prototypes and manage experiments to prove out key design concepts

Develop tools for software development and deployment, data analysis and visualization, and test execution across multiple environments, including virtualized hardware environments, real hardware-in-the-loop simulations, and on-orbit testing

Qualification

C++Real-time software developmentAssemblyNetwork topologyDistributed systemsAnalytical skillsDynamic environment adaptabilityProblem solvingCommunication skills

Required

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

Development experience in assembly, C, or C++

Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed

Preferred

Knowledgeable in real-time rendering, game engine development, physics simulation, or other real-time, resource-constrained, high-performance computing

Knowledgeable in network topology, numerical optimization techniques, graph theoretic approaches, or convex optimization

Developed, debugged, and deployed software that has been used in real world applications/projects

Creative approach to problem solving, exceptional analytical skills, and engineering fundamentals

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements

Experience with distributed systems and internet services