Senior C++ Simulations Engineer - Real-Time Models

SpaceX; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

3 weeks of paid vacation

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

SpaceX in Hawthorne, California is seeking a Sr. Software Engineer to develop high-fidelity simulation software crucial for vehicle systems. You will work on simulation infrastructure and collaborate to build fluid, electronics, and physics models for SpaceX flights.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of software development experience, particularly in C++. Competitive salary, benefits, and a dynamic work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software development, or 7+ years without a degree.
• 2+ years development experience specifically in C++.
• Understanding of distributed computing systems and networking protocols.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain real-time simulation software for all vehicles.
• Develop prototypes for key design concepts.
• Improve reliability and performance of simulation software.
• Collaborate with users to develop new features.

Skills

C++ Programming

Software Design

Debugging Skills

Performance Optimization

Creative Problem Solving

Education

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

7+ years of professional experience in software development

Tools

ROS2

Gazebo

Job description

SpaceX in Hawthorne, California is seeking a Sr. Software Engineer to develop high-fidelity simulation software crucial for vehicle systems. You will work on simulation infrastructure and collaborate to build fluid, electronics, and physics models for SpaceX flights.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of software development experience, particularly in C++. Competitive salary, benefits, and a dynamic work environment are offered.