Overview
Full-Stack Software Engineer, Starlink Growth – Redmond, WA
SpaceX is developing technologies to enable human life on Mars and to expand Starlink, the world’s largest satellite constellation providing broadband internet worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system, including satellites, consumer receivers, and the software that ties it together. We are seeking best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink’s utility for communities and businesses globally.
As a Software Engineer, you will collaborate with external customers and internal partners across engineering disciplines to bring observability to a rapidly expanding network of assets. The tools and applications you build will empower Starlink customers to manage deployed assets in aviation, maritime, and enterprise environments while advancing features across internal and external platforms. You will contribute to the development of mission-critical, high-performance web applications.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and continuously improve software solutions to support Starlink customer success and business operations
- Develop well-architected, responsive, and performant web applications
- Develop highly reliable and available software systems for Starlink
- Design and implement highly available, fault-tolerant networks that operate for long periods with minimal maintenance at scale
- Craft aesthetically and functionally effective user experiences
- Collaborate with peers on architecture, design, and code reviews
- Deep dive into users’ problems to find and create efficient solutions
- Contribute to team discussions on architecture, design, and code reviews
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a STEM discipline; OR 5+ years of professional full-stack software experience in lieu of a degree
- 2+ years of professional software engineering experience
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Experience with object-oriented programming languages
- Experience with relational databases
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment both independently and with a team
- Strong attention to detail
- Knowledge of HTTP, REST APIs, and HTTP authentication techniques
- Experience with version control, CI/CD concepts
- Professional experience in analytics, data science, or machine learning
- Production experience with Docker and Kubernetes
- Experience with UNIX-like operating systems and CI/CD tools
Additional Requirements
- Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
- Must be able to travel to other SpaceX facilities as needed
Compensation and Benefits
Pay range:
Software Engineer, Starlink Customer Success / Level I: $122,500.00 - $145,000.00 per year
Software Engineer, Starlink Customer Success / Level II: $140,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis based on job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is only part of the total rewards package at SpaceX, which may include stock, bonuses, and other incentives. Benefits include comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, a 401(k) plan, disability and life insurance, paid parental leave, paid vacation and holidays, and other discounts and perks. In Washington State, employees accrue paid sick time in accordance with state and federal law. SpaceX offers shuttle services to select Seattle locations to the Redmond office.
Equal Opportunity
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment is based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.
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