SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP
Software Engineer, Flight Software (Starlink)
SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP, Hawthorne, California, United States, 90250
SOFTWARE ENGINEER, FLIGHT SOFTWARE (STARLINK)
As an engineer on the Starlink flight software team, you will design, develop and test software that is used to control SpaceX flight and ground systems. You will be responsible for both components that fly on robotic vehicles in space, and the ground systems that orchestrate the world’s largest satellite constellation. You will engage with other SpaceX software and hardware engineers to discover the needs of the mission and code highly reliable software that turns the mission into a reality. You will be responsible for the complete life cycle of the software you create, from development to testing to operation during a continuous mission.
Aerospace experience is not required to be successful here – rather, we look for smart, motivated, collaborative engineers who love solving problems and want to make an impact on an ambitious and inspiring mission.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop highly reliable autonomous software systems, and the full suite of testing needed to ensure their resilience, fault tolerance, and correctness
Design software for both vehicles flying in space, and the ground systems that support them
Build prototypes and analyze system metrics to prove out key design concepts and quantify technical constraints
Own all aspects of software development, including design, testing, release, and flight operations
Provide strong technical leadership, focus on continuous improvement
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline OR 2+ years of experience in software development
Development experience in C/C++, Python, or other similar programming languages
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Interested candidates who meet the basic qualifications should consider applying. The following preferred skills and experience are helpful for this role, but candidates with only some of them are able to be successful on our team. Learning on the job is critical success at SpaceX, and a core part of the excitement of working on a flight software team.
Strong software design and development skills
Experience designing fault tolerant, distributed, or real-time systems
Cross-context test design skills, ranging from simple unit tests through to integrated hardware-in-the-loop regression and exploratory tests
Thorough knowledge of computer architecture and networks
Knowledge of physics, math, and electronics
Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, and performance testing
Familiarity with Linux programming
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements
Ability to work independently or in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively in a solution-oriented manner
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Willing to work extended hours and weekends when needed
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:Software Engineer/Level I: $120,000.00 - $145,000.00/per yearSoftware Engineer/Level II: $140,000.00 - $170,000.00/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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As an engineer on the Starlink flight software team, you will design, develop and test software that is used to control SpaceX flight and ground systems. You will be responsible for both components that fly on robotic vehicles in space, and the ground systems that orchestrate the world’s largest satellite constellation. You will engage with other SpaceX software and hardware engineers to discover the needs of the mission and code highly reliable software that turns the mission into a reality. You will be responsible for the complete life cycle of the software you create, from development to testing to operation during a continuous mission.
Aerospace experience is not required to be successful here – rather, we look for smart, motivated, collaborative engineers who love solving problems and want to make an impact on an ambitious and inspiring mission.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop highly reliable autonomous software systems, and the full suite of testing needed to ensure their resilience, fault tolerance, and correctness
Design software for both vehicles flying in space, and the ground systems that support them
Build prototypes and analyze system metrics to prove out key design concepts and quantify technical constraints
Own all aspects of software development, including design, testing, release, and flight operations
Provide strong technical leadership, focus on continuous improvement
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline OR 2+ years of experience in software development
Development experience in C/C++, Python, or other similar programming languages
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Interested candidates who meet the basic qualifications should consider applying. The following preferred skills and experience are helpful for this role, but candidates with only some of them are able to be successful on our team. Learning on the job is critical success at SpaceX, and a core part of the excitement of working on a flight software team.
Strong software design and development skills
Experience designing fault tolerant, distributed, or real-time systems
Cross-context test design skills, ranging from simple unit tests through to integrated hardware-in-the-loop regression and exploratory tests
Thorough knowledge of computer architecture and networks
Knowledge of physics, math, and electronics
Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, and performance testing
Familiarity with Linux programming
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements
Ability to work independently or in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively in a solution-oriented manner
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Willing to work extended hours and weekends when needed
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:Software Engineer/Level I: $120,000.00 - $145,000.00/per yearSoftware Engineer/Level II: $140,000.00 - $170,000.00/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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