Sr. Software Engineer (Starlink Enterprise)

Starlink; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

401(k) plan

Medical coverage

ESPP stock purchase plan

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for Starlink Enterprise to design and deliver high-impact software for customers and internal users. You will develop robust frontends with modern JS/TS frameworks and build scalable backend services, working with cross-functional teams to drive product outcomes.

The role emphasizes architecture, performance, and ownership, with opportunities to influence engineering culture and processes across Starlink.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in CS/Engineering or STEM with 5+ years full-stack exp; or 7+ years exp without degree.
• Experience building full-stack software with attention to quality and performance.
• Proficiency with JS/TS frontend frameworks and OO languages.

Responsibilities

• Engineer well-architected, responsive, reliable software for Starlink customers and internal users.
• Build frontends for modern browsers and design, build, maintain, and debug backend systems.
• Collaborate with partners to drive successful business outcomes and participate in architecture/code reviews.

Skills

Full-stack development

Frontend development

Backend systems design

Unix-like systems

CI/CD

Version control

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or STEM

7+ years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Git

CI/CD pipelines

Relational databases

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

SR. SOFTWARE ENGINEER (STARLINK ENTERPRISE)

At SpaceX we’re leveraging our experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing, and the software that brings it all together. We’ve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink’s potential global impact and are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink’s utility for communities and businesses around the globe.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Engineer well-architected, responsive, performant, and reliable software for Starlink customers and internal users
• Deep dive into your users’ problems to find and create efficient solutions
• Build excellent frontends for modern browsers
• Design, build, maintain, and debug complex backend systems
• Work closely with technical and non-technical partners to drive successful outcomes for the business
• Bring your voice to the table in team collaborations on architecture, design, and code reviews
• Collaborate with other engineering teams across Starlink to advance our engineering process and culture

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a STEM discipline and 5+ years of experience building full-stack software; OR 7+ years of professional experience building full-stack software in lieu of a degree (internship experience is applicable)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Programming experience in an object-oriented language
• Strong attention to detail
• A drive to deliver exceptional user experiences for customers and willingness to own all outcomes
• Front-end experience in a Javascript or Typescript framework
• Experience working with relational databases
• Experience with version control, continuous integration, and continuous delivery concepts
• Experience with large-scale and/or performance-critical application development
• Experience with UNIX-like operating systems and CI/CD tools

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

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

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Pay Range: Level 3: $175,000.00 - $280,000.00

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 accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

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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