SpaceX
Sr.SoftwareEngineer,FlightSoftware(Starship)
“Sr. Software Engineer, Flight Software (Starship) at SpaceX. Skills: Flight Software, C++, Python, Rust. Design, develop and test software. control SpaceX flight systems”
What You'll Achieve.
make Starship an orbital vehicle
Industry & Context.
solving problems; problem solving
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 the required authorizations from the U. S. Department of State
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or science discipline, 4+ years of professional experience in software, 6+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree, 4+ years of professional experience C++, 4+ years of professional experience Python, 4+ years of professional experience Rust
Nice to Have
software design and development skills, Experience with Rust, Working knowledge of control theory, Experience designing fault tolerant software, Thorough knowledge of computer architecture and networks, Knowledge of physics, Knowledge of math, Knowledge of electronics, skills in debugging, skills in performance optimization, skills in unit testing, Creative approach to problem solving, Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements, Ability to work independently and in a team, take initiative, communicate effectively
What You'll Do.
develop and test software
control SpaceX flight systems
code highly reliable software
Develop highly reliable autonomous software systems
Own all aspects of software development
Provide technical leadership
focus on continuous improvement
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
engage with other SpaceX software and hardware engineers; work effectively in a dynamic environment; work independently and in a team
Communication Scope
communicate effectively
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