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Full Stack Software Engineer (Starshield)

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP
Hawthorne, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/18/2025

FULL STACK SOFTWARE ENGINEER (STARSHIELD)

The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.

Starshield leverages SpaceX’s Starlink technology and launch capability to support national security efforts. While Starlink is designed for consumer and commercial use, Starshield is designed for government use, with an initial focus on earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads.

The Starshield software team is building highly reliable in-space mesh networks, designing secure systems to guarantee access to space, designing next-gen communication and sensing software, and more. Aerospace experience is not required to be successful here we want our engineers to bring fresh ideas from all areas. We look for engineers who love solving problems and seek to make an impact on an inspiring mission. As we expand this team, we're looking for versatile, motivated, and collaborative engineers.

Our team is involved in designing the vehicle systems at every phase of development. We build tools that enable us to work more efficiently, and that help us build software systems that are secure, reliable, and autonomous. Our software engineers are responsible for the life cycle of the software they create, including development, testing, and operational support.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Create highly reliable software systems that task remote sensor payloads on hundreds of satellites in low earth orbit and process the collected information.
  • Apply creativity to build an immersive earth observation experience for users whether they are in offices or in the field.
  • See your software through from start-to-finish : from figuring out the core needs to prototyping, developing, and testing; to production rollout and beyond.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, data science, physics, mathematics, or a STEM discipline; OR 2 years of professional experience in full stack software engineering in lieu of a degree.
  • Development experience in C# and Typescript, or full stack software development experience.
  • PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE :

  • Developing software that has been used in real-world applications and projects.
  • Knowledge of web services and networks.
  • Experience with AWS or building inside of cloud environments.
  • Experience with developing within Linux server environments, SSH, scripting, and configuration.
  • Experience with Kubernetes or similar container orchestration frameworks.
  • Experience with Service Workers and IndexedDB.
  • Experience with PostgreSQL or implementing highly performant databases.
  • Experience with image data processing and machine learning.
  • Experience with graphics-intensive web application development.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret or Top Secret SCI clearance.
  • ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS :

  • Note that an active clearance may provide the opportunity for you to work on sensitive SpaceX missions; if so, you will be subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing.
  • Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
  • COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS :

    Pay range :

    Software Engineer / Level I : $120,000.00 - $145,000.00 / per year

    Software Engineer / Level II : $140,000.00 - $170,000.00 / per year

    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, stock options, 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 & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.

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    Salary : $120,000 - $145,000

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