SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP
Sr. Full Stack Software Engineer (Starlink)
SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP, Sunnyvale, California, United States, 94087
Sr. Full Stack Software Engineer (Starlink)
Sunnyvale, CA
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is 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.
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 8M+ users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing, and the software that brings it all together. We’ve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink’s potential global impact and are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink’s utility for communities and businesses around the globe.
As a Full Stack Engineer, you will work closely with a mix of both external customers and internal partners across all engineering disciplines here at SpaceX to bring observability to a rapidly expanding network of millions of assets. The tools and applications you build will empower Starlink customers to manage their deployed assets in aviation, maritime, and enterprise environments while also bringing enhanced development to key features across various internal and external platforms. On this team, we will rely on you to be a key figure in the successful development of mission critical, high performance web applications. Our full stack engineers can work on a variety of sub teams, a few of which are included below:
Internal Tooling & Development
Web Application Development
Consumer Platform Development
RESPONSIBILITIES
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 of time with minimal maintenance at scale
Full stack application development (our system is a .NET Core micro-service architecture running in Kubernetes with a React and Angular frontend)
Craft aesthetically and functionally flawless user experiences
Collaborate with peers on architecture, design, and code reviews
Deep dive into your users’ problems to find and create efficient solutions
Bring your voice to the table in team collaborations on architecture, design, and code reviews
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a STEM discipline and 5+ years of professional experience in software development; OR 7+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree
3+ years of professional experience in full-stack development
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Programming experience in Python, C#, .NET, Go, Scala, Java, or similar object-oriented language
Production experience with Docker and Kubernetes
Database experience with PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or similar database technologies
Experience with version control, continuous integration, and continuous delivery concepts
Expertise in profiling and improving application performance
Experience with build systems (Make, Bazel/Pants/Buck, Gradle) and package management tools (pip, npm)
Strong attention to detail
Experience with UNIX-like operating systems and CI/CD tools
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Pay range: Software Engineer/Senior: $170,000.00 - $230,000.00 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.
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 & 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.
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.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s affirmative action plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.
Voluntary Self-Identification (Ethics & Disability) For government reporting and compliance purposes, SpaceX requests voluntary self‑identification of protected veteran status and disability status to monitor outreach effectivity and ensure compliance with the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and other federal mandates. This information is recorded and maintained confidentially and will not be considered in hiring decisions.
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Blind or low vision
Cancer (past or present)
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Celiac disease
Cerebral palsy
Deaf or serious difficulty hearing
Diabetes
Disfigurement caused by burns, wounds, accidents, or congenital disorders
Epilepsy or other seizure disorder
Inflammatory bowel conditions (Crohn’s disease, IBS)
Intellectual or developmental disability
Mental health conditions (depression, bipolar, anxiety, schizophrenia, PTSD)
Missing limbs or partial loss
Mobility impairment (benefiting from wheelchair, scooter, walker, braces)
Nervous system conditions (migraine, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis)
Neurodivergence (ADHD, autism spectrum, dyslexia, dyspraxia, other learning disabilities)
Partial or complete paralysis
Pulmonary or respiratory conditions (tuberculosis, asthma, emphysema)
Short stature (dwarfism)
Traumatic brain injury
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SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is 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.
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 8M+ users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing, and the software that brings it all together. We’ve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink’s potential global impact and are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink’s utility for communities and businesses around the globe.
As a Full Stack Engineer, you will work closely with a mix of both external customers and internal partners across all engineering disciplines here at SpaceX to bring observability to a rapidly expanding network of millions of assets. The tools and applications you build will empower Starlink customers to manage their deployed assets in aviation, maritime, and enterprise environments while also bringing enhanced development to key features across various internal and external platforms. On this team, we will rely on you to be a key figure in the successful development of mission critical, high performance web applications. Our full stack engineers can work on a variety of sub teams, a few of which are included below:
Internal Tooling & Development
Web Application Development
Consumer Platform Development
RESPONSIBILITIES
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 of time with minimal maintenance at scale
Full stack application development (our system is a .NET Core micro-service architecture running in Kubernetes with a React and Angular frontend)
Craft aesthetically and functionally flawless user experiences
Collaborate with peers on architecture, design, and code reviews
Deep dive into your users’ problems to find and create efficient solutions
Bring your voice to the table in team collaborations on architecture, design, and code reviews
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a STEM discipline and 5+ years of professional experience in software development; OR 7+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree
3+ years of professional experience in full-stack development
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Programming experience in Python, C#, .NET, Go, Scala, Java, or similar object-oriented language
Production experience with Docker and Kubernetes
Database experience with PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or similar database technologies
Experience with version control, continuous integration, and continuous delivery concepts
Expertise in profiling and improving application performance
Experience with build systems (Make, Bazel/Pants/Buck, Gradle) and package management tools (pip, npm)
Strong attention to detail
Experience with UNIX-like operating systems and CI/CD tools
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Pay range: Software Engineer/Senior: $170,000.00 - $230,000.00 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.
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 & 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.
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.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s affirmative action plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.
Voluntary Self-Identification (Ethics & Disability) For government reporting and compliance purposes, SpaceX requests voluntary self‑identification of protected veteran status and disability status to monitor outreach effectivity and ensure compliance with the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and other federal mandates. This information is recorded and maintained confidentially and will not be considered in hiring decisions.
Disability categories commonly collected include:
Alcohol or other substance use disorder
Autoimmune disorders (e.g., lupus, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, HIV/AIDS)
Blind or low vision
Cancer (past or present)
Cardiovascular or heart disease
Celiac disease
Cerebral palsy
Deaf or serious difficulty hearing
Diabetes
Disfigurement caused by burns, wounds, accidents, or congenital disorders
Epilepsy or other seizure disorder
Inflammatory bowel conditions (Crohn’s disease, IBS)
Intellectual or developmental disability
Mental health conditions (depression, bipolar, anxiety, schizophrenia, PTSD)
Missing limbs or partial loss
Mobility impairment (benefiting from wheelchair, scooter, walker, braces)
Nervous system conditions (migraine, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis)
Neurodivergence (ADHD, autism spectrum, dyslexia, dyspraxia, other learning disabilities)
Partial or complete paralysis
Pulmonary or respiratory conditions (tuberculosis, asthma, emphysema)
Short stature (dwarfism)
Traumatic brain injury
No person is required to respond, and the survey should take about 5 minutes.
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