SpaceX · 2 hours ago
Software Engineer, Customer Hardware (Starlink)
Hawthorne, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$120K/yr - $145K/yr
1+ years expSpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars, and they are seeking a Software Engineer for their Starlink program. The role involves developing software for custom hardware deployed globally, improving user experience, and creating infrastructure for reliable software deployment.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design and implement highly available, fault-tolerant consumer devices that operate for long periods of time with minimal maintenance for millions of users
Own all aspects of software development including architecture, design, testing, and release
Develop prototypes to prove out key design concepts and quantify technical constraints
Write quality Linux based software for common processors and microcontrollers (e.g. ARM, RISC V, etc.)
Develop systems that allow for test execution across multiple environments such as virtualized hardware or real hardware-in-the-loop simulations
Invent new tools that enable more frequent and reliable software deployment, test execution, and data analysis as part of a continuous integration and release system
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or a STEM discipline and 1+ years of professional experience in software engineering; OR 3+ years of professional experience in software engineering in lieu of a degree
Development experience in C, C++, Python, Golang, or other similar programming languages
Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed to support critical milestones
Preferred
Strong software design and development skills
Developed, debugged, and deployed software that has been used in real world embedded devices
Creative approach to problem solving, exceptional analytical skills, and engineering fundamentals
Solid fundamental knowledge of Linux programming, networking protocols (TCP/IP etc.), electronics, math, physics, and radio frequency
Experience with security issues associated with distributed systems and internet services
Cross-context test design skills, ranging from simple unit tests through to integrated hardware-in-the-loop regression and exploratory tests
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements
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
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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Leadership Team
Bret Johnsen
CFO
Charles Kuehmann
VP Materials Engineering
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