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SpaceX · 5 hours ago

Software Engineer, Additive Manufacturing (Raptor)

SpaceX 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. In this role, you will be developing the core software for additive manufacturing machines, focusing on improving quality, speed, and efficiency of manufacturing processes. You will collaborate with engineers and technicians to create advanced software solutions for metal 3D printing systems.

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Responsibilities

Architect and develop software for an advanced, production-scale metal 3D printing system
Collaborate with automation and controls engineers to connect software to motion and control systems
Work with our additive manufacturing engineers to improve our print process quality and speed via software and hardware changes
Develop production-ready control software and algorithms for the lasing and control systems in the printers
Work closely with our production engineers and technicians to provide the best first principles solution to their needs
Participate in, or lead design reviews with peers and stakeholders to decide amongst available technologies
Review code developed by other developers, and provide feedback to ensure best practices (e.g., style guidelines, checking code in, accuracy, testability, and efficiency)

Qualification

C++CI/CD toolsLinux environmentQTVTKBoostCUDACMakeMicrocontrollersFPGA computingReal-time embedded softwareLaser powder bed fusionSoftware developmentResilienceCollaborationProblem-solvingAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline and 2+ years of software development experience; OR 4+ years of professional experience building software in lieu of a degree
Experience with writing production code in C++
Experience with modern continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) tools
Experience working in a Linux environment
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

Preferred

Experience with libraries such as QT, VTK, Boost, CUDA, and tools such as CMake
Experience with microcontrollers or FPGA computing hardware
Real-time embedded software development experience
Experience with laser powder bed fusion or similar additive manufacturing processes

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 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 which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law

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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