Data Engineer (Starlink Network Analytics, Wi-Fi)

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.

DATA ENGINEER (STARLINK NETWORK ANALYTICS WIFI)

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 Data Engineer you willbe responsible fordeveloping the strategy key metrics tools software services and processes for assessing how well key aspects of Starlink are scaling and how effective the Starlink Network is itself in serving millions of users around the globe. You will work with operators subsystem responsible engineers software engineers and network engineers inside the Starlink organization as well as key contacts with various major external partners to help ensure the growth of this program.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Build and maintain mission-critical infrastructure tools processes and custom software to objectively assess growth areas for the Starlink program
• Automate the aggregation of metrics and detection of widespread application issues across Starlink network including WiFi
• Lead technical investigations about chronic application-level issues
• Build ground-based software systems that ingest transform and store data
• Apply data analytics models and techniques to data products created by space vehicles
• Fuse data from multiple sources to create usable information

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in computer science data science physics mathematics or a STEM discipline
• 1 years of data/software engineering experience (internship experience is applicable)
• Development experience in an object-oriented programming language (i.e. C C Python)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in networking technologies and WiFi protocols (TCP/UDP 802.11 etc)
• Experience building predictive models and machine learning pipelines on real world data (clustering analysis prediction anomaly detection)
• Experience in custom ETL design implementation and maintenance
• Experience handling large (TB) datasets
• Experience with developing and deploying tools used for data analysis
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment that includes working with changing needs and requirements
• Ability to take on projects that require taking initiative and developing new expertise

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

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

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 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 and long-term disability insurance life insurance paid parental leave and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. 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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