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SpaceX · 5 hours ago

Software Engineer, Ground Stations (Starlink)

SpaceX is a company focused on developing technologies for space exploration, with a goal of enabling human life on Mars. They are seeking a Software Engineer for the Ground Stations team to help solve challenges related to operating and scaling a global network of ground stations that provide reliable communications with satellites. This role involves designing and implementing software systems for a high-capacity satellite-based network and collaborating with other engineers to enhance product development.

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Responsibilities

Develop highly reliable and available software systems for our low latency, high capacity satellite-based global software defined network
Design and implement highly available, fault-tolerant network that operates for long periods of time with minimal maintenance at scale
Participate in architecture, design, and code reviews
Develop prototypes to prove out key design concepts and quantify technical constraints
Collaborate with other engineers to plan and organize the development of our products
Write high quality Linux based software for common processors and microcontrollers (e.g. ARM, PowerPC, x86, etc.)
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
Develop tools that allow for test execution across multiple environments: virtualized hardware, real hardware-in-the-loop simulations, and on-orbit testing

Qualification

C++PythonNetworking protocolsDebuggingPerformance optimizationUnit testingContinuous integrationAnalytical skillsDynamic environment adaptabilityElectronicsPhysicsSecurity issues knowledgeCommunication skillsProblem solving

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
Development experience in C++ and python
Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
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

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
Solid fundamental knowledge of networks, electronics, math, and physics
Experience in debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements
Experience with networking protocols (UDP, TCP/IP, etc.)
Experience in C++ for high performance systems
Experience with security issues associated with distributed systems and internet services
Deep understanding of testing, continuous integration, build, deployment, and continuous monitoring

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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