Sr. Software Engineer (Starlink Mobile)

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Sr. Software Engineer (Starlink Mobile) in USA new

SpaceX
Full time
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USA
11/11/2026
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Redmond, WA

Responsibilities

Develop reliable, real-time software to determine optimal user, laser, and gateway beam formation for Starlink Mobile.
Participate in and lead architecture, design, and code reviews.
Develop prototypes and manage experiments to validate key design concepts.
Build tools for software development, deployment, data analysis and visualization, and test execution.
Test software across virtualized hardware environments, real hardware-in-the-loop simulations, and on-orbit environments.
Support the complete software lifecycle, including development, testing, and operational support.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, math, or another STEM discipline plus 5+ years of professional software development experience, or 7+ years of professional software development experience in lieu of a degree.
Development experience with Assembly, C, or C++.
Preferred knowledge of real-time rendering, game engine development, physics simulation, or other real-time, resource-constrained, high-performance computing.
Preferred knowledge of network topology, numerical optimization, graph-theoretic approaches, or convex optimization.
Experience developing, debugging, and deploying software used in real-world applications or projects.
Preferred experience with distributed systems and internet services.
Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
Must satisfy SpaceX ITAR eligibility requirements or be eligible to obtain the required government authorizations.

Benefits

Eligibility for company stock or long-term cash awards, potential discretionary bonuses, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Medical, vision, dental, 401(k), disability, life insurance, paid parental leave, discounts, and other perks.
Paid vacation and paid holidays; Washington employees accrue paid sick time in accordance with applicable law.
Company shuttles are available Monday through Friday from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office.

Salary: $165k - $270k/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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