SpaceX
Sr.EmbeddedSoftwareEngineer,OS/Platform(Starlink)
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“Sr. Embedded Software Engineer, OS/Platform (Starlink) at SpaceX. Skills: Embedded software, OS/Platform, Linux, Secure boot. Maintain in house branches of OSS software. Update in house branches of OSS software”
Industry & Context.
Root cause analysis
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM, 5+ years of professional experience in software, 7+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of degree, Development experience in C, C++, python, or rust
Nice to Have
Linux Kernel Up streamed patches, Knowledge of networking, Knowledge of Linux networking stack, Good knowledge of computer architecture, Good knowledge of modern secure boot flows, Experience with ARM embedded system, Deep understanding of testing, Deep understanding of continuous integration, Deep understanding of build, Deep understanding of deployment
What You'll Do.
Maintain in house branches of OSS software
Update in house branches of OSS software
Support runtime security
Maintain spacecraft Ethernet network
Maintain connectivity
Develop spacecraft software update process
Deploy spacecraft software update process
Test spacecraft software update process
Support System on Chip
Support OS/Platform specific test infrastructure
Develop device drivers
Support device drivers
Interface with Silicon Engineers
Interface with Electrical Engineers
Interface with Application Software Engineers
Bring hardware from prototype to operations
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Silicon Engineers; Electrical Engineers; Application Software Engineers
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. SR. EMBEDDED SOFTWARE ENGINEER, OS/PLATFORM (STARLINK) 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 millions of 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 Sr. Embedded Software Engineer on the Starlink program, you will be solving challenges underpinning every aspect of the program’s growth. The areas you could have an impact on could include, but are not limited to: Bringing up next generation space grade silicon, including in house designed system on chip and peripherals. Develop software from the early stage boot loaders to business logic with an emphasis on deterministic, secure, and performant platform for all of SpaceX Linux based spacecraft and grounds-based components. Infrastructure and tools to enable rapid development and testing of new features for all OS/platform features. Our software engineers are responsible for the complete lifecycle of the software they create, including development, testing, and support. RESPONSIBILITIES: Maintain and update in house branches of OSS software such as Linux, Buildroot, and u-boot Support secureboot and runtime security of all Linux based satellite comp
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