Satellite Systems Software Engineer (Starlink)

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. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.

SATELLITE SYSTEMS SOFTWARE ENGINEER (STARLINK)

At SpaceX were leveraging our experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink the worlds most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the worlds largest satellite constellation and is providing fast reliable internet to millions of 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. Weve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlinks potential global impact and are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlinks utility for communities and businesses around the globe.

As a software engineer working in Starlinks Constellation Engineering organization you will build and maintain the systems that maintain the worlds largest satellite constellation. You will work on ensuring we can safely interact with other operators that we can maintain command and control capabilities of our satellites and that we are able to monitor and manage the fleet. As a SpaceX engineer you will be responsible for the complete lifecycle of the code and products you create from inception and development to testing and rollout. You will write software that both runs as part of our distributed ground system and that flies in space aboard the satellites.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop highly reliable and available software systems for managing thousands of satellites in low-earth orbit.
• Be accountable and responsible for all software written and designed and their interactions with the hardware and environments around them.
• Participate in architecture design and code reviews.
• Design software for both vehicles flying in space and the ground systems that support them
• Collaborate with other engineers to plan and organize the development of our products.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in computer science engineering math or science discipline and 1 years of professional experience in software development; OR 3 years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree (internship experience is applicable).

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with Python or C and Linux programming.
• Experience with distributed systems or large-scale consumer internet systems.
• Production experience with containerization technologies (e.g. Docker Kubernetes).
• Understanding of version control testing continuous integration build deployment and monitoring.
• Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL CockroachDB or similar).
• Previous experience with satellites or spacecraft systems is a plus.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Software Engineer/Level I: $122500.00 - $145000.00/per year
Software Engineer/Level II: $140000.00 - $170000.00/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. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• 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. Learn more about the ITAR here.

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