New Grad Software Engineer, Starship Systems

SpaceX; Starbase (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a New Graduate Engineer, Software to join the Starship Software team. You will design, develop, and test software used to control and simulate SpaceX flight systems across the stack—from application to firmware—while collaborating with hardware and software engineers to push the mission forward.

Aerospace experience is not required if you are smart, motivated and ready to tackle high-impact problems in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering or other engineering discipline.
• Graduating with a bachelor's, master's, or PhD in 2027.
• Proficiency in C++ or Rust; experience with real-time embedded or distributed systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop highly reliable autonomous software systems and the simulations required to validate them.
• Own all aspects of software development, including design, testing, and integration to the mission.
• Work with counterpart engineering teams to develop and maintain launch and vehicle software.
• Get a front row seat to witness SpaceX's ambitious mission and scale.

Skills

C++

Rust

Embedded systems

Distributed computing

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a New Graduate Engineer, Software to join the Starship Software team. You will design, develop, and test software used to control and simulate SpaceX flight systems across the stack—from application to firmware—while collaborating with hardware and software engineers to push the mission forward.

Aerospace experience is not required if you are smart, motivated and ready to tackle high-impact problems in a fast-paced environment.