SpaceX
Aerospace
SoftwareEngineer,FlightSoftware(Starlink)
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“Software Engineer, Flight Software (Starlink) at SpaceX. Skills: Flight Software, C/C++, Python. design software. develop software”
What You'll Achieve.
turns the mission into a reality
Industry & Context.
solving problems
Willing to work extended hours, Willing to work weekends, U. S. citizen or national, U. S. lawful, permanent resident, Refugee under 8 U. S. C. § 1157, Asylee under 8 U. S. C. § 1158, eligible to obtain required authorizations
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline, 2+ years of experience in software development, Development experience in C/C++, Development experience in Python, Development experience in other similar programming languages
Nice to Have
software design and development skills, Experience designing fault tolerant systems, Experience designing distributed systems, Experience designing real-time systems, Cross-context test design skills, unit tests, integrated hardware-in-the-loop regression, exploratory tests, Thorough knowledge of computer architecture, Thorough knowledge of networks, Knowledge of physics, Knowledge of math, Knowledge of electronics, skills in debugging, skills in performance optimization, skills in performance testing, Familiarity with Linux programming
What You'll Do.
control SpaceX flight systems
control SpaceX ground systems
code highly reliable software
Develop autonomous software systems
ensure fault tolerance
Design software for vehicles
Design software for ground systems
analyze system metrics
Own all aspects of software development
Provide technical leadership
focus on continuous improvement
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
engage with other SpaceX software engineers; engage with other SpaceX hardware engineers; work independently or in a team
Communication Scope
communicate effectively
Full Job Description
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out 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. SOFTWARE ENGINEER, FLIGHT SOFTWARE (STARLINK) As an engineer on the Starlink flight software team, you will design, develop and test software that is used to control SpaceX flight and ground systems. You will be responsible for both components that fly on robotic vehicles in space, and the ground systems that orchestrate the world’s largest satellite constellation. You will engage with other SpaceX software and hardware engineers to discover the needs of the mission and code highly reliable software that turns the mission into a reality. You will be responsible for the complete life cycle of the software you create, from development to testing to operation during a continuous mission. Aerospace experience is not required to be successful here – rather, we look for smart, motivated, collaborative engineers who love solving problems and want to make an impact on an ambitious and inspiring mission. RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop highly reliable autonomous software systems, and the full suite of testing needed to ensure their resilience, fault tolerance, and correctness Design software for both vehicles flying in space, and the ground systems that support them Build prototypes and analyze system metrics to prove out key design concepts and quantify technical constraints Own all aspects of software development, including design, testing, release, and flight operations Provide strong technical leadership, focus on continuous improvement BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline OR 2+ years of experience in software development Development experience in C/C++, Python, or other similar programming languages PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Interes
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