Software Engineer, Test Engineering and Operations

Hawthorne, CAfull timeOn Site

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$125k–$145k

H1B: no

SpaceX The Software Engineer on SpaceX's Test Engineering and Operations team develops Python-based software to support hardware checkout, test operations, and vehicle processing. The role involves designing and deploying software interfacing with physical systems and instrumentation using modern CI/CD pipelines and Linux environments.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, streamline, and troubleshoot Python-based analysis tools, data pipelines, enterprise applications, automated tests, and software systems that support hardware checkout, test operations, and vehicle processing
Design, implement, and deploy reliable software that interface with physical systems and instrumentation (such as resistance temperature detectors, pressure transducers, and other sensors)
Design, develop, review, and deploy software using modern continuous integration and continuous delivery pipelines and Linux environments
Evaluate existing tools and processes and implement more efficient, scalable, and reliable approaches, including refactoring and automation
Create interdisciplinary software solutions that optimize engineering time, eliminate recurring tasks, streamline workflows, and reduce risk for hazardous operations
Develop sustainable, scalable, and secure software systems following object-oriented principles while rapidly learning and integrating new technologies as needed
Participate and provide meaningful feedback in architecture, design, and code reviews in a dynamic environment

Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in an engineeringFamiliar with networking technology

Required

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering, math, or scientific discipline OR 1+ years' professional experience coding in an object-oriented language (including internships, design/build/compete project teams)
Minimum of 1+ years of professional software development experience with Python

Preferred

Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new technologies, wrangle data, and deliver reliable solutions in dynamic and uncertain environments
⁠Familiarity with physical systems and hardware such as RTDs, pressure transducers, and other common aerospace instrumentation
Strong skills in developing strategies to collect and use large amounts of data for efficiency and reliability improvements (e.g. SQL, databases, and related tools)
Familiar with CI/CD pipelines and deployment systems
⁠Experience working in Linux environments, including shell scripting, system administration, and deploying applications on Linux-based systems
Familiar with networking technology, concepts, protocols, and infrastructure
Strong competency in software development practices including testing, continuous integration, and modern deployment workflows
Ability to quickly and competently pick up new skills and develop expertise in unfamiliar domains