Sr. Wi-Fi Software Engineer (Starlink)

Starlink; Bastrop (TX); Sur place; USD 140 000 - 210 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

SpaceX is seeking a Senior Wi‑Fi Software Engineer (Starlink) to own the Wi‑Fi software roadmap and optimize kernel‑level performance for a scalable satellite internet system. You will collaborate with RF/EE teams, mentor engineers, and drive CI/CD tooling to enable frequent deployments and robust testing.

The role requires 5+ years in software development (or 7+ years without degree), strong C/C++, embedded networking experience, and familiarity with 802.11.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM and 5+ years of professional software development; or 7+ years without degree.
• 3+ years development experience in C or C++.
• Experience with IEEE 802.11 and networking protocols (UDP, TCP/IP).
• Experience with embedded software for networking equipment.

Responsabilités

• Drive the Wi‑Fi software and product roadmap.
• Debug and optimize kernel-level system performance.
• Collaborate with RF and EE engineers to improve testing for software and hardware.
• Mentor software engineers and build a great work culture.
• Improve Wi‑Fi mesh performance.
• Invent tools for frequent deployment, testing, and data analysis in CI/CD.

Connaissances

C/C++

Embedded software

IEEE 802.11

Networking

Golang

Python

Kernel-level performance

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in CS, engineering, math, or STEM

Outils

hostAP

Linux

Kernel debugging

Description du poste

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. WI-FI SOFTWARE ENGINEER (STARLINK)

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, manufacture, and operate all parts of the system including thousands of satellites and millions of customer kits. Our customers currently include teachers in the most remote parts of the Amazon, researchers in Antarctica, digital nomads who travel via RV, emergency responders, commercial airlines, cruise lines, and residential users who live in more rural or developing areas. While users can get online within minutes almost anywhere in the world, we’ve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink’s potential. We are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink’s utility for individuals, communities, and businesses.

As a Sr. Wi-Fi Software Engineer, you will be a critical piece of the overall customer experience. We are looking for experts in the Wi-Fi space to help Starlink deliver an amazing end‑to‑end customer experience. You see the big picture, prioritize accordingly, and are comfortable with working at different levels of abstraction.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Driving the Wi-Fi software and product roadmap
• Debug and optimize kernel-level system performance
• Collaborate with our RF and EE engineers to improving our testing procedures for both software and hardware
• Mentor software engineers and building a great work culture
• Improve our Wi‑Fi mesh performance
• Invent new tools that enable more frequent and reliable software deployment, test execution, and data analysis as part of a continuous integration and release system

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline and 5+ years of professional experience in software development; or 7+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of degree
• 3+ years development experience in C or C++
• Experience with the IEEE 802.11 wireless standard and with networking protocols (UDP, TCP/IP, etc.)
• Experience working on embedded software for networking equipment

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Strong fundamental knowledge of networks, embedded systems, math, and physics
• Solid communication and leadership skills
• Experience testing Wi‑Fi for performance or stability
• Deep understanding of testing, continuous integration, build, deployment & continuous monitoring
• Knowledge of DHCP, IPv4, IPv6, Linux bridge, network stack internals
• Experience with networking kernel modules and drivers
• Experience driving cross‑team projects
• Experience with security issues associated with distributed systems and internet services
• Experience with Golang and Python
• Experience with hostAP
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

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

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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