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Senior Software Engineer

1 month ago


Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full time
Job Summary

SpaceX is seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our software development team, you will design, develop, and test key aspects of our in-house solution for analysis, simulation, and prototyping of software in support of all SpaceX flight systems.

Responsibilities

* Develop full-stack solutions to manage analysis, prototypes, and vehicles leveraging simulation software, emulators, and flight software
* Develop prototypes to prove key design concepts and quantify technical constraints
* Develop high-fidelity simulation and emulation software for all vehicles while maintaining the highest standards of excellence, never settle for the status quo
* Improve reliability and performance of simulation software
* Work with users to develop new features and improve user experience

Requirements

* Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or science discipline and 1+ years of experience in software development
* 1+ years of professional experience in full-stack development of production web applications
* Experience with JavaScript libraries such as React and Redux
* Professional experience developing Python applications
* Active Top Secret, Top Secret SCI, or DOE Level Q clearance

Preferred Skills and Experience

* Professional programming experience in modern C++ (C++14 and above)
* Proficient programming experience with object-oriented languages such as Java, Python, C#
* Strong software design and development skills
* Experience with highly available concurrent systems
* Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret or Top Secret SCI clearance
* Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements
* Ability to work independently and in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively
* Experience with containerized solutions such as Docker and Kubernetes
* Professional experience with Linux or Unix systems and tools
* Experience with high-performance computing systems
* Experience with database systems such as Postgres, MySql or Oracle.
* Experience working with a team on at least one large (>100,000 lines) software project
* Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, and test automation

Additional Requirements

Note that an active clearance may provide the opportunity for you to work on sensitive SpaceX missions. If so, you will be subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing

Willing to work extended hours and weekends when needed

Compensation and Benefits

Pay range:

Software Engineer/Level I:
$120, $145,000.00/per year

Software Engineer/Level II:
$140, $170,000.00/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.

Those with an active clearance will receive a 10% differential, up to an additional $15,000 annually, once officially briefed into a classified program.

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, stock options, 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.

Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.

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 ) .


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