Sr. Software Engineer, DevOps (Starlink)

Latent AI; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Company stock options

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

A leading aerospace firm in Redmond, Washington is seeking a Sr. Software Engineer specializing in DevOps. You will engage with Starlink engineers to develop systems that enhance workflows and innovation. Key responsibilities include inventing development tools, validating software, and integrating across systems. Candidates should have a degree in a STEM field and 5+ years of software engineering experience, with proficiency in Python, Go, or C++. The position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software engineering experience or 7+ years in software development without a degree.
• Strong understanding of continuous integration and deployment practices.
• Experience managing large scale systems.

Responsibilities

• Invent tools and processes for fast and accurate development.
• Provide comprehensive software validation.
• Hands-on integration and troubleshooting.

Skills

Python

Go

C++

DevOps

Data analysis

Debugging

Performance optimization

Unit testing

Education

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

Tools

Linux

Docker

Kubernetes

Bazel

GitOps

Job description

SR. SOFTWARE ENGINEER, DEVOPS (STARLINK)

As a software engineer specializing in developer operations, you will engage with other Starlink engineers to learn about their systems, workflows, and challenges. You will take this knowledge and your passion for building great software to develop systems that allow our teams to innovate rapidly and reliably. You will be responsible for the complete life-cycle of the software you create, including development, testing, and support.

Your creativity and relentless commitment to quality will be critical to the reliability of our service and the success of our business. You are the engineer that other engineers can count on; you are technically excellent, you attack every problem with enthusiasm, you care deeply about what it takes to build high quality software.

Aerospace experience is not required to be successful here - rather we look for smart, motivated, collaborative engineers who love solving problems and want to make an impact on an inspiring mission.

Responsibilities

• Invent tools and processes that enable fast, accurate, and easy-to-use development and deployment systems
• Provide fast and comprehensive software validation, including virtualized, hardware-in-the-loop, and on-orbit test platforms
• Monitoring and data analysis in support of a continuous integration and release system
• Hands‑on integration and troubleshooting across the entire Starlink stack
• Create and manage core infrastructure such as databases and software libraries
• Identify areas for improvement and create innovative solutions that enable high developer velocity

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline and 5+ years of software engineering experience; OR 7+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree
• Development experience in Python, Go, or C++

Preferred Skills and Experience

• DevOps, site reliability engineering, or systems administration experience
• Deep understanding of testing, continuous integration, build, deployment and continuous monitoring
• Strong understanding of relevant technologies, such as:
• Bazel or other build systems
• Linux, Docker, Kubernetes, or similar technologies
• GitOps, ArgoCD, or other relevant experience
• Fluency in Python
• Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing
• Experience managing large scale systems
• Developed and deployed software that has been used in real world applications/projects
• Creative approach to problem solving, exceptional analytical skills and engineering fundamentals
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed

Compensation and Benefits

Pay range:

Software Engineer/Senior: $160,000 - $225,000 per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job‑related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long‑term incentives, in the form of company stock or long‑term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long‑term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. Company shuttles are offered to employees for round‑trip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

ITAR Requirements

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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