SpaceX

Factory Software Engineer (Starlink)

SpaceX$90K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in computer science, engineering, math or related field, or 2+ years in software engineering
  • Experience in Python, Golang, C++, or Rust development

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with engineering teams for in-house device manufacturing
  • Create tools for frequent and reliable software deployment and testing
  • Design fault-tolerant systems for minimal intervention
  • Develop test execution systems across various environments
  • Setup and maintain servers and networking in the factory
  • Engage in architecture, design, and code reviews

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge satellite technology
  • Engage in innovative problem-solving
  • Develop skills in a high-paced, dynamic environment
  • Be part of a team contributing to global connectivity
  • Potential for career growth within a pioneering company
Full Job Description
FACTORY SOFTWARE ENGINEER (STARLINK)

Starlink is the world's largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. Users can get online within minutes almost anywhere on the world. We design, build, manufacture, and operate all parts of the system including thousands of satellites and millions of consumer kits. We've only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink's potential. We are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink's utility for individuals, communities, and businesses.

As a Factory Software Engineer, you will be solving challenges such as:
  • Writing software that runs both on our servers and products during the manufacturing process
  • Creating infrastructure and tools for rapid and reliable deployment of new software to the factory with minimal downtime
  • Debugging software and hardware issues to improve factory output

Our software engineers are responsible for the complete lifecycle of the software they create, including development, testing, and support.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Work with the Starlink factory engineering teams to manufacture devices in-house
  • 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
  • Design and implement highly available, fault-tolerant systems that operate for long periods of time with minimal intervention
  • Develop systems that allow for test execution across multiple environments such as virtualized hardware or real hardware-in-the-loop simulations
  • Bringup and maintain servers and networking for use in the factory
  • Participate in architecture, design, and code reviews

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or a STEM discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience in software engineering in lieu of a degree (internship experience is applicable)
  • Development experience in Python, Golang, C++, or Rust

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Solid fundamental knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP etc.), electronics, radio frequency
  • Creative approach to problem solving, exceptional analytical skills and engineering fundamentals
  • Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, and testing
  • Experience with security issues associated with distributed systems and internet services

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed


ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
  • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. a7 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. a7 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

About SpaceX

SpaceX is an American aerospace manufacturer and space transportation services company founded in 2002 by entrepreneur Elon Musk. The company designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. SpaceX has developed the Falcon 1, Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Dragon spacecraft. The company was founded with the goal of reducing space transportation costs and enabling the colonization of Mars. SpaceX has achieved several milestones in spaceflight, including the first privately-funded liquid-propellant rocket to reach orbit, the first privately-funded company to send a spacecraft to the International Space Station, and the first privately-funded company to send a human-rated spacecraft to orbit.
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