Software Engineer, Product Development (Starshield) at Spacex

Spacex

Hawthorne, CA·9h ago

Mid LevelFull-timeRustC++KubernetesDockerPostgreSQL

Salary Range

$102,000 - $138,000 /year

Estimated

This salary is estimated based on similar roles. The actual salary may vary.

About the Role

We are looking for a Software Engineer to join the Starshield team at SpaceX, supporting national security through timely and reliable information delivery. This role involves building software for novel in-space sensing capabilities that can deliver data to end users rapidly and securely.

Key Responsibilities

→Create highly reliable software systems that control thousands of satellites in low earth orbit
→See your software through from start to finish: from figuring out the core needs to prototyping, developing, and testing; to on-orbit rollout and beyond
→Work with interdisciplinary teams to brainstorm, design, and build the next generation of satellite capabilities
→Work directly with end customers to deliver quality products and data to meet their needs
→Write high quality Linux-based C++ software for common processors and micro controllers
→Develop novel embedded cryptography applications for satellites and ground equipment
→Develop highly performant networks to connect sensor data to end users
→Build automated ground-based software systems that integrate smart data processing with command and control of the satellites
→Develop models and simulations for flight-like vehicle software testing
→Develop tools that allow for test execution across multiple environments

Requirements

✓Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or scientific discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience in software development
✓Development experience in C, C++, or Rust
✓Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret or Top Secret SCI clearance
✓Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed