Senior Software Engineer for Flight Software Systems

3 weeks ago


Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full time

Job Summary:

Sr. Software Engineer, Flight Software at SpaceX


SpaceX is developing the technologies to make humanity a multiplanetary species. As a Sr. Software Engineer on the Starship Software team, you will design, develop, and test software that is used to control and simulate SpaceX flight systems.


Responsibilities:

  • Develop highly reliable autonomous software systems and the simulations required to validate them
  • Own all aspects of software development, including design, testing, and integration to the mission
  • Work with counterpart engineering teams to develop and maintain launch and vehicle software, crossing all required software domains necessary to implement and verify control of the pad, ship, and booster to meet mission objectives
  • Define and lead impactful projects that enable the mission of Starship
  • Continuously improve software standards and software engineering best practices within Starship Software


Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or science discipline and 4+ years of experience in software development; or 6+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree
  • 4+ years of experience in C++, Python, or Rust
  • Proven skills and knowledge of C++, Rust, or other systems programming language
  • Experience building or working with real-time embedded systems or distributed computing systems
  • Experience designing fault tolerant software
  • Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing
  • Thorough knowledge of computer architecture and networking
  • Basic knowledge of electronics, controls, fluid systems, motor design, or physical mechanics
  • Creative approach to first-principles problem solving
  • Ability to work independently and in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively


Compensation and Benefits:

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.


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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