Automation Software Engineer, Satellite Test & Development

SpaceX; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Three weeks of paid vacation

Company stock options

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

SpaceX in Redmond seeks a Software Engineer for Development Test Automation for the Starlink project. This role involves designing, building, and automating test systems for satellite payloads and propulsion systems. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in software development, with skills in Python and C/C++. Additional knowledge of Linux and troubleshooting hardware/software interactions is preferred. Great opportunity in a collaborative environment aimed at high-impact technology development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience in software development.
• Development experience in Python and/or C, C++ required.
• Experience in an interdisciplinary software development environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop modular, reusable test and automation software for testing and qualification.
• Write automation software interacting with hardware and test equipment.
• Invent tools for continuous integration and data analysis.

Skills

Python

C/C++ Development

Troubleshooting

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline

2+ years of professional experience in software development

Tools

Linux Operating System

Windows Operating System

Data Acquisition Systems

Configuration Management Software

Job description

SpaceX in Redmond seeks a Software Engineer for Development Test Automation for the Starlink project. This role involves designing, building, and automating test systems for satellite payloads and propulsion systems. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in software development, with skills in Python and C/C++. Additional knowledge of Linux and troubleshooting hardware/software interactions is preferred. Great opportunity in a collaborative environment aimed at high-impact technology development.