Senior Wireless Protocol Software Engineer

3 weeks ago

Palo Alto, California, United States SpaceX Full time

At SpaceX, we are pushing the boundaries of space technology to make humanity a multi-planetary species. We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Wireless Protocol Software Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development of our Satellite Communications Network.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development for communications protocols, with a focus on link-layer protocol design and implementation. They will work closely with our MAC protocol design team to develop and maintain the protocol stack, and collaborate with our PHY and Network teams to ensure seamless integration within the Network stack.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field, and at least 10 years of experience in hands-on embedded C/C++ software development for communications protocols. They will also have experience with embedded Linux software development, and a strong understanding of network layer components such as IPv4, IPv6, Mobile IP, routing, and forwarding.

Preferred qualifications include a Master's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field, experience with multithread/multicore programming, and proficiency with network monitoring protocols and tools such as SNMP, RMON, Wireshark, and Ethereal.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you are a motivated and talented software engineer looking to make a difference in the space industry, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:

  • Design, code, maintain, test, and document the link-layer protocol for the Satellite Communications Network.
  • Collaborate with the MAC protocol design team for protocol development.
  • Work with the PHY and Network teams to seamlessly integrate the link-layer within the Network stack.
  • Integrate the link-layer with simulation infrastructure.
  • Participate in architecture, design, and code reviews and provide peer feedback.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in hands-on embedded C/C++ software development for communications protocols.
  • 7+ years of experience in any of the L2, L3 protocol stack layers in broadband access technologies such as WiFi, UMTS, LTE, or satellite broadband.
  • 7+ years of experience with embedded Linux software development.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

  • Master's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience in multithread/multicore programming.
  • Experience with systems integration and testing methodologies.
  • Experience in hardware/software integration like DMA, MMIO, etc.
  • Experience with JTAG, SWD debugging.
  • Experience in modeling and validating MAC protocols using simulation tools like NS3, OPNET, or other.
  • Skilled in troubleshooting and tuning of component hardware, software, networking, and communications protocol problems.
  • Understanding of network layer components such as IPv4, IPv6, Mobile IP, routing, forwarding, etc.
  • Proficiency with network monitoring protocols and tools such as SNMP, RMON, Wireshark, Ethereal.
  • Experience in development of very high performance SW with minimum delay and limited response time.
  • Able to consistently contribute effort, leadership, and creative thinking to solving complex and significant problems in a collaborative fashion.
  • Able to demonstrate the ability to work concurrently on multiple complex and sometimes ambiguous problems.
  • Able to communicate complex concepts, problems, and solutions clearly and effectively to all levels within the organization.

Additional Requirements:

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

ITAR Requirements:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about 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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