Embedded Software Engineer — Laser Mesh Routing (Starlink)

SpaceX; Union Hill-Novelty Hill (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

3 weeks paid vacation

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

SpaceX is looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to enhance the Starlink satellite system. You will design reliable software to optimize user experience in satellite communications. This role involves development, testing, and user support directly impacting lives through broadband access.

Successful candidates will have a strong foundation in C/C++, real-time software skills, and a commitment to quality. Compensation is competitive, with a range of benefits including stock options and comprehensive health coverage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 2+ years in software development.
• Experience in assembly, C, or C++ programming.

Responsibilities

• Develop highly reliable, real-time software for satellite network.
• Participate in architecture, design, and code reviews.
• Develop prototypes and manage design experiments.

Skills

C/C++ development

Real-time rendering

Numerical optimization techniques

Graph theoretic approaches

Distributed systems

Education

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

Job description

SpaceX is looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to enhance the Starlink satellite system. You will design reliable software to optimize user experience in satellite communications. This role involves development, testing, and user support directly impacting lives through broadband access.

Successful candidates will have a strong foundation in C/C++, real-time software skills, and a commitment to quality. Compensation is competitive, with a range of benefits including stock options and comprehensive health coverage.