SpaceX

Software Engineer (Starlink Enterprise)

SpaceX$135K — $185K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a STEM discipline with 1+ years full-stack experience; OR 3+ years professional full-stack software experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as C#, Typescript, Python, Go, Scala, or Java.
  • Experience in front-end frameworks like Angular or React.
  • Familiarity with database technologies such as PostgreSQL or SQL Server.
  • Competence with CI/CD practices and large-scale application development.

Responsibilities

  • Develop responsive and performant software for Starlink's customers and internal users.
  • Write high-quality frontend code for modern browsers.
  • Design and maintain complex backend systems.
  • Collaborate with technical and non-technical partners for successful business outcomes.
  • Analyze user problems to create efficient software solutions.
  • Participate in architecture discussions and code reviews with team members.
  • Engage with other engineering teams to enhance processes and culture.

Benefits

  • Access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.
  • Paid parental leave and various employee discounts.
  • Accrual of three weeks of paid vacation and 10+ paid holidays annually.
  • Short and long-term disability and life insurance.
Full Job Description
SOFTWARE ENGINEER (STARLINK ENTERPRISE)

At SpaceX we're leveraging our experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world's most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world's largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system - thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing, and the software that brings it all together. We've only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink's potential global impact and are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink's utility for communities and businesses around the globe.

The Starlink Enterprise Software team builds interfaces and systems for Starlink's largest customers. Starlink powers complex and critical tasks across hundreds of sectors: emergency response, education, transportation, telecommunications, construction, and many more. As an engineer on this team, you'll build tools to manage thousands of Starlink devices around the world, the core backend systems to serve that data, and the internal interfaces used by our sales and operations teams. You'll get the chance to work across the stack: from UI/UX design to distributed systems engineering to working with embedded software. We don't have project managers; engineers on the team are directly responsible for delivering the best internet experience from space for humans everywhere on Earth.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Develop well-architected, responsive, performant, and reliable software for Starlink customers and internal users
  • Write excellent frontend code for modern browsers
  • Design, build, maintain, and debug complex backend systems
  • Work closely with technical and non-technical partners to drive successful outcomes for the business
  • Deep dive into your users' problems to find and create efficient solutions
  • Bring your voice to the table in team collaborations on architecture, design, and code reviews
  • Collaborate with other engineering teams across Starlink to advance our engineering process and culture

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a STEM discipline and 1+ years of experience building full-stack software; OR 3+ years of professional experience building full-stack software in lieu of a degree (internship experience is applicable)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Programming experience in C#, Typescript, Python, Go, Scala, Java, or similar
  • Strong attention to detail
  • A drive to deliver exceptional user experiences for customers and willingness to own all outcomes
  • Front-end experience in Angular, React, or similar JavaScript framework
  • Experience with PostgreSQL, SQL Server, CockroachDB, or similar database technologies
  • Experience with version control, continuous integration, and continuous delivery concepts
  • Experience with large-scale and/or performance-critical application development
  • Experience with UNIX-like operating systems and CI/CD tools

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

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Level I: $135,000.00 - $155,000.00/per year
Level II: $155,000.00 - $185,000.00/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 and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

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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