Principal RF Software Engineer (Starshield)

Hawthorne, CAfull timeRemotesenior$125k–$150kH1B: no

SpaceX Principal RF Software Engineer at SpaceX Starshield team responsible for creating highly reliable software systems controlling satellite constellations. The role involves software design to improve satellite performance, security, and availability, and working with interdisciplinary teams on next-gen satellite capabilities.

Responsibilities

Create highly reliable software systems that control hundreds of satellites in low earth orbit
Leverage software design to improve satellite constellation performance, security, and availability to meet the needs of a wide range of users
See your software through from start to finish: from figuring out the core needs to prototyping, developing, and testing; to on-orbit rollout and beyond
Work with interdisciplinary teams to brainstorm, design, and build the next generation of satellite capabilities, from cutting-edge sensors and inter-satellite lasers to space-based cloud compute
There are several roles within the Starshield software team with different focus areas. Applicants will interview for specific focus areas based on hiring needs and qualifications. Specific role responsibilities may include:
Write high quality Linux-based C++ software for common processors and micro controllers (e.g. ARM, PowerPC, x86, etc.)
Implement networking technologies to direct data across a variety of satellites, ground operations centers, and users
Build automated ground-based software systems that integrate smart data processing with command and control of the satellites

Qualification

Bachelor's degree in computer scienceDevelopment experience in CStrong skills in debugging

Required

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or scientific discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree
Development experience in C, C++, or Python or full stack software development experience

Preferred

Developed and deployed software that has been used real-world applications and projects
Solid fundamental knowledge of computer architecture and networks
Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization and unit testing