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SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP

Sr. Wi-Fi Software Engineer (Starlink)

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP, Bastrop, Texas, United States, 78602


SR. WI-FI SOFTWARE ENGINEER (STARLINK)

At SpaceX we’re leveraging our experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to 4M+ users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing, and the software that brings it all together. We’ve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink’s potential global impact and are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink’s utility for communities and businesses around the globe.

As a Sr. Wi-Fi Software Engineer, you will be a critical piece of the overall customer experience. We are looking for experts in the Wi-Fi space to help Starlink deliver an amazing end-to-end customer experience. You see the big picture, prioritize accordingly, and are comfortable with working at different levels of abstraction.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Driving the Wi-Fi software and product roadmap

Debugging and optimizing kernel-level system performance

Collaborating with our RF and EE engineers to improve our testing procedures for both software and hardware

Mentoring software engineers and building a great work culture

Improving our Wi-Fi mesh performance

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

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline and 5+ years of professional experience in software development; or 7+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of degree

3+ years development experience in C or C++

Experience with the IEEE 802.11 wireless standard and with networking protocols (UDP, TCP/IP, etc.)

Experience working on embedded software for networking equipment

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Strong fundamental knowledge of networks, embedded systems, math, and physics

Solid communication and leadership skills

Experience testing Wi-Fi for Performance or Stability

Deep understanding of testing, continuous integration, build, deployment & continuous monitoring

Knowledge of DHCP, IPv4, IPv6, Linux bridge, network stack internals

Experience with networking kernel modules and drivers

Experience driving cross-team projects

Experience with security issues associated with distributed systems and internet services

Experience with Golang and Python

Experience with hostAP

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

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:Sr. Software Engineer: $160,000.00 - $220,000.00/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k)-retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.

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