SpaceX Hiring New Grad Software Engineer (Starlink)

SpaceX was founded on the belief that a future where humanity explores the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we don't. Today, SpaceX is actively developing technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

At SpaceX, we're leveraging our experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world's most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the largest satellite constellation and provides fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system, including thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that connect within minutes, and the software that brings it all together. We've only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink's potential global impact and are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize its utility for communities and businesses around the globe.

As arguably SpaceX's most complex software engineering challenge, Starlink offers various areas within software engineering to focus on. As a Software Engineer on the Starlink program, you will solve challenges underpinning every aspect of the program's growth. Teams and areas you could impact include, but are not limited to:

• Next-generation networking technologies to direct data through an ever-changing network of satellites, ground stations, planes, and users.
• Firmware, embedded, and controls software running on custom hardware that flies the world's largest fleet of spacecraft.
• Infrastructure and tools to enable rapid development and reliable deployment of our code to dynamic production environments.
• Measurement system software and hardware, supporting our in-house RF Silicon designs.
• Full life cycle development of Starlink.com and our Mobile/Enterprise platforms.
• Physics-based software engineering to design and simulate the orbital life cycle of the Starlink constellation.

Our software engineers are responsible for the complete lifecycle of the software they create, including development, testing, and support. We expect our engineers to close the feedback loop between software design and real-world performance. In this role, your software will have a meaningful and measurable impact on the world.

Responsibilities

• Develop highly reliable, real-time software.
• Participate in and lead architecture, design, and code reviews.
• Develop prototypes and manage experiments to prove out key design concepts.
• Collaborate with engineers from other disciplines to plan and organize product development.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or another STEM discipline.
• Professional development experience in C, C++, Python, C#, or another object-oriented language (internship experience is applicable).
• Graduating in the class of 2026 or 2027.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Strong professional or project experience writing software in a production environment.
• Developed, debugged, and deployed software used in real-world applications or projects.
• Creative approach to problem solving, exceptional analytical skills, and engineering fundamentals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements.
• Experience with networking protocols (UDP, TCP/IP, etc.) and distributed systems.
• 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: Level 1: $135,000.00 - $175,000.00; Level 2: $155,000.00 - $210,000.00.

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge, 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 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 accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy, which satisfies or exceeds legal requirements.

ITAR Requirements

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced 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 reach out to [email protected].