Senior Wireless Firmware Engineer: Satellite Connectivity

SpaceX; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Stock options and long-term incentives

3 weeks of paid vacation

10 or more paid holidays per year

Job summary

SpaceX, located in Redmond, WA, is seeking a Sr. Wireless Firmware Engineer to enhance its Starlink Mobile program, aiming to provide global cellular connectivity from space. This role involves developing wireless signal processing algorithms and optimizing software for satellites and ground stations.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in wireless systems, C/C++ coding, and a strong ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams. Compensation ranges from $170,000 to $235,000 per year.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in wireless signal processing, modem systems design, or physical layer processing.
• 5+ years of C/C++ coding experience.
• Experience supporting products through the full release cycle.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement physical layer algorithms for satellite-based 4G/5G.
• Develop optimized signal processing algorithms for resource-constrained CPUs.
• Identify and debug performance issues across the wireless PHY and MAC layers.

Skills

Wireless signal processing

C/C++ coding

Debugging skills

Performance optimization

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's, Master's or PhD in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering or a STEM discipline

Tools

Linux

Python

Git

Job description

SpaceX, located in Redmond, WA, is seeking a Sr. Wireless Firmware Engineer to enhance its Starlink Mobile program, aiming to provide global cellular connectivity from space. This role involves developing wireless signal processing algorithms and optimizing software for satellites and ground stations.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in wireless systems, C/C++ coding, and a strong ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams. Compensation ranges from $170,000 to $235,000 per year.