Software Engineer, Starlink Network

SpaceX • Sunnyvale, CA

426d • $130,000 - $155,000

About The Position

As a Software Engineer on the Starlink program at SpaceX, you will be involved in developing and maintaining software systems for the world's largest satellite constellation, which provides high-speed internet to millions of users globally. This role encompasses the entire software lifecycle, including development, testing, and support, with a focus on creating reliable and efficient networking technologies and tools to enhance the Starlink network's capabilities.

Requirements

• 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 (internship experience is applicable).
• Development experience in C, C++, or python.

Nice To Haves

• 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.
• Strong skills 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 & continuous monitoring.

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.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Short & long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 10 or more paid holidays per year
• 5 days of sick leave per year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees