Junior Software Engineer, Data - Top Secret Clearance

Jobright.ai; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading AI career platform is seeking a Junior Software Engineer specializing in data with Top Secret clearance in Hawthorne, CA. The role focuses on developing full-stack solutions and data pipelines. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and 1+ years of software development experience, especially in Python, C++, or Java. Benefits include medical and vision insurance, and a competitive salary range.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in software development.
• Experience with high throughput data pipelines.
• Strong skills in debugging and performance optimization.

Responsibilities

• Develop full-stack solutions for simulation and flight software.
• Develop data pipelines that meet design criteria.
• Maintain highest standards of excellence.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

Data pipelines

Software design

Docker

Kubernetes

Linux

Database systems

Education

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

Job description

Junior Software Engineer, Data - Top Secret Clearance

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Job Summary:

SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft. As a Software Engineer in Special Programs, you will design, develop, and test key aspects of an in-house solution for analysis, simulation, and prototyping of software in support of all SpaceX flight systems.

Responsibilities:

• Develop full-stack solutions to manage simulation and flight software leveraging machine to machine interfaces

• Develop data pipelines and structures that meet target design criteria and operate within technical constraints

• Maintain highest standards of excellence, never settling for the status quo

Qualifications:

Required:

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

• 1+ years of experience in software development, developing applications in languages such as Python, C++ or Java

• Experience with high throughput data pipelines

• Active Top Secret, Top Secret SCI, or DOE Level Q clearance

Preferred:

• Strong software design and development skills

• Experience with containerized solutions such as Docker and Kubernetes

• Professional experience with Linux or Unix systems and tools

• Experience with database systems such as Postgres, MySql or Oracle.

• Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, data throughput analysis and unit testing

• Strong creative and innovative problem-solving skills

• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment by quickly adapting to changing needs and requirements

Company:

SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft. Founded in 2002, the company is headquartered in Hawthorne, California, USA, with a team of 1001-5000 employees. The company is currently Late Stage.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Software Development

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Medical insurance

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