Platform Engineer: AI Gateways & Secure Proxies

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP is seeking a Software Engineer for the Platform Team focused on building secure, scalable AI systems. This role requires strong problem-solving skills and a background in software development. You will drive platform development from design to deployment, creating impactful AI solutions across the company.

The ideal candidate has experience with Docker, AI tools, and a desire to foster company-wide adoption of technology. Join SpaceX to help revolutionize how we leverage AI in engineering practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or other engineering discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience building production software in lieu of a degree.
• Experience developing production software systems (platform, backend, or full stack).

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and operate secure, scalable AI platforms and proxy systems used by teams throughout SpaceX.
• Own the full lifecycle of platform development including design, testing, deployment, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Software development

Docker

Python

AI development

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent experience

Tools

Docker containers

Kubernetes

Job description

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP is seeking a Software Engineer for the Platform Team focused on building secure, scalable AI systems. This role requires strong problem-solving skills and a background in software development. You will drive platform development from design to deployment, creating impactful AI solutions across the company.

The ideal candidate has experience with Docker, AI tools, and a desire to foster company-wide adoption of technology. Join SpaceX to help revolutionize how we leverage AI in engineering practices.