Sr. Software Engineer, Flight Software (Starship)

About SpaceX

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.

Role Overview

As a Sr. Software Engineer on the Starship Software team, you will design, develop, and test software that is used to both control and simulate SpaceX flight systems. You will engage with other SpaceX software and hardware engineers to implement and debug software at all layers of our stack – application, operating system, networking, firmware, simulation – to achieve the mission.

Responsibilities

• Develop highly reliable autonomous software systems and the simulations required to validate them.
• Own all aspects of software development, including design, testing, and integration to the mission.
• Work with counterpart engineering teams to develop and maintain launch and vehicle software, crossing all required software domains necessary to implement and verify control of the pad, ship, and booster to meet mission objectives.
• Define and lead impactful projects that enable the mission of Starship.
• Continuously improve software standards and software engineering best practices within Starship Software.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or science discipline and 4+ years of experience in software development; OR 6+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree.
• 4+ years of experience C++, Python, or Rust.

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Proven skills and knowledge of C++, Rust, or other systems programming language.
• Experience building or working with real-time embedded systems or distributed computing systems.
• Experience designing fault tolerant software.
• Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing.
• Thorough knowledge of computer architecture and networking.
• Basic knowledge of electronics, controls, fluid systems, motor design, or physical mechanics.
• Creative approach to first-principles problem solving.
• Ability to work independently and in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively.

Additional Requirements

Willing to work long hours and weekends as needed.

Compensation And Benefits

Pay range: Software Engineering/Senior: $160,000.00 - $225,000.00/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 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 and 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. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements.