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SpaceX · 16 hours ago

Software Engineer, Displays Software (Starship)

Hawthorne, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$120K/yr - $145K/yr

2+ years exp

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. As a member of the Displays team, you'll build the user interfaces and backend to support increased flight operations and enable vehicle operators to control the pads and vehicles.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Create aesthetically and functionally flawless user interfaces using Lit Web Components (JavaScript, Typescript) that reduce the cognitive load of operators and maintain high guardrails for safety

Work towards enabling a future that empowers operators to easily manage multiple launch and build sites, and a fleet of vehicles on the ground and in space

Create and apply techniques, tools, and infrastructure that decrease software complexity and mission-over-mission maintenance

Maintain high software standards and software engineering best practices across the full stack

Troubleshoot and develop long-term solutions for technical problems to support customers across all SpaceX sites where Starship Displays are used

Regularly sit with Operators to obtain firsthand feedback of how the team's products are used and what improvements can be made

Demonstrate a strong attitude to learn and adapt quickly, diving deep into new technologies as needed to become an expert in frontend and backend technologies alike (while prior expertise in key areas is a plus)

Qualification

JavaScriptTypeScriptHTMLCSSWebsocketsGRPCC++BazelSVGHTML5 CanvasWebGLMobile developmentCritical thinkingProblem-solvingCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering or other engineering discipline

Development experience in JavaScript, Typescript, HTML, and CSS

Preferred

2+ years of experience in software development

Expert knowledge of JavaScript and Typescript, including expertise with browser execution

Experience with vector and motion graphics, including SVG, HTML5 Canvas, WebGL, and CSS

Experience with development for mobile platforms

Experience with Websockets, gRPC, C++ and Bazel

Strong focus and interest in designing, architecting, and implementing excellent, bug-free software

Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills; excellent written and verbal communication skills

Able to work well in an integrated engineering environment, including frequent interactions with engineers and managers of other engineering disciplines

Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment with ongoing drive for continuous improvement in all aspects of work

Able to work effectively in a dynamic environment while assuming high levels of responsibility and demonstrating accountability for vehicle software outcomes

Contributions to open-source software projects