Principal AI Platform Engineer — Scale & Security

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 285,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Stock purchase plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP is seeking a Principal Software Engineer for the Platform Team in Redmond, WA. This role involves defining and driving the technical vision for SpaceX's AI platform, overseeing the development of secure infrastructure that enhances AI capabilities across the company.

Candidates should have a robust background in building and scaling AI/ML platforms, with expertise in Docker, Python, and security protocols. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience building and scaling production platforms.
• Experience operating large-scale AI/ML platforms or mission-critical infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Define technical vision for SpaceX's AI platform and security infrastructure.
• Lead initiatives with ownership over strategy, design, implementation.
• Optimize proxy systems for security and efficiency.

Skills

AI/ML platform design

Docker/Kubernetes

Python

Technical leadership

Security models

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent

Tools

Infrastructure-as-code

Job description

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP is seeking a Principal Software Engineer for the Platform Team in Redmond, WA. This role involves defining and driving the technical vision for SpaceX's AI platform, overseeing the development of secure infrastructure that enhances AI capabilities across the company.

Candidates should have a robust background in building and scaling AI/ML platforms, with expertise in Docker, Python, and security protocols. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.