Factory Software Engineer, Consumer Products (Starlink)

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FACTORY SOFTWARE ENGINEER, CONSUMER PRODUCTS (STARLINK)

Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to 3M+ users worldwide. Users can get online within minutes almost anywhere on the world. We design, build, manufacture, and operate all parts of the system including thousands of satellites and millions of consumer kits. We’ve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink’s potential. We are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink’s utility for individuals, communities, and businesses.

As a Factory Software Engineer, you will be solving challenges such as:

• Writing software that runs both on our servers and products during the manufacturing process
• Creating infrastructure and tools for rapid and reliable deployment of new software to the factory with minimal downtime
• Debugging software and hardware issues to improve factory output

Our software engineers are responsible for the complete lifecycle of the software they create, including development, testing, and support.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with the Starlink factory engineering teams to manufacture devices in-house
• Invent new tools that enable more frequent and reliable software deployment, test execution, and data analysis as part of a continuous integration and release system
• Design and implement highly available, fault-tolerant systems that operate for long periods of time with minimal intervention
• Develop systems that allow for test execution across multiple environments such as virtualized hardware or real hardware-in-the-loop simulations
• Bringup and maintain servers and networking for use in the factory
• Participate in architecture, design, and code reviews

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, math, or a STEM discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience in software engineering in lieu of a degree (internship experience is applicable)
• Development experience in Python, Golang, C++, or Rust

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Solid fundamental knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP etc.), electronics, radio frequency
• Creative approach to problem solving, exceptional analytical skills and engineering fundamentals
• Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, and testing
• Experience with security issues associated with distributed systems and internet services

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:        

Pay range:    
Software Engineer/Level I: $120,000.00 - $145,000.00/per year    
Software Engineer/Level II: $140,000.00 - $170,000.00/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, stock options, 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 & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.