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Software Engineer, Flight Software (Starlink)

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Software Engineer, Flight Software (Starlink) in USA

  • Redmond, WA

Responsibilities

  • Develop reliable autonomous software systems and testing for resilience, fault tolerance, and correctness.
  • Design software for spacecraft and supporting ground systems.
  • Build prototypes, analyze system metrics, and quantify technical constraints.
  • Own software design, development, testing, release, and flight operations.
  • Provide technical leadership and drive continuous improvement.
  • Work extended hours and weekends when needed.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, or another STEM discipline, or 2+ years of software development experience.
  • Development experience in C/C++, Python, or similar programming languages.
  • Preferred experience with fault-tolerant, distributed, or real-time systems.
  • Preferred experience designing unit, integrated hardware-in-the-loop regression, and exploratory tests.
  • Preferred knowledge of computer architecture, networks, physics, mathematics, electronics, and Linux programming.
  • Preferred skills in debugging, performance optimization, and performance testing.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively, take initiative, communicate effectively, and adapt to changing requirements.
  • Must meet applicable ITAR authorization requirements or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement plan, disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, discounts, and other perks.
  • Paid vacation and paid holidays.
  • Paid sick time in compliance with applicable Washington State and federal law.
  • Employee shuttles from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday through Friday.
  • Potential eligibility for company stock or long-term cash awards, discretionary bonuses, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Salary: $125k - $200k/yr

SpaceX

SpaceX builds advanced rockets and spacecraft with the aim of making human life multiplanetary, particularly focusing on establishing a sustainable presence on Mars. Its innovative technologies and ambitious missions cater to space enthusiasts, researchers, and industries looking to push the boun...

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