Senior RF Silicon Software Engineer - First-Chip Bring-Up

SpaceX; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Stock options and bonuses

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Redmond, WA, is seeking a Sr. RF Silicon Software Engineer to develop and optimize the software that controls RF silicon for advanced satellite systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in C, C++, and Python, alongside a bachelor’s degree in electrical or computer engineering. This role involves working on innovative technologies for satellite communications, requiring strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional development experience in C, C++, or Python.
• Experience in RF measurements and embedded firmware development.
• Background in electrical engineering and software development.

Responsibilities

• Bring up new RF silicon as the first engineer to power on chips.
• Design and build software driver libraries for low-level silicon control.
• Design and validate hardware test platforms and silicon driver software.

Skills

C programming

C++ programming

Python programming

RF measurements

Automation software

Embedded firmware

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science

Job description

A leading aerospace company in Redmond, WA, is seeking a Sr. RF Silicon Software Engineer to develop and optimize the software that controls RF silicon for advanced satellite systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in C, C++, and Python, alongside a bachelor’s degree in electrical or computer engineering. This role involves working on innovative technologies for satellite communications, requiring strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered.