Software Engineer, Power Systems Controls (Starlink)
Responsibilities
- Develop highly reliable, real-time software that plans how satellites should spend energy to form a low-latency, high-bandwidth global network
- Build models that accurately predict behavior of physical systems and user experience
- Participate in code reviews and lead software architecture and design
- Develop prototypes and manage experiments to prove out key design concepts
- Maintain simulation and analysis tooling to prevent regressions and ensure rapid development iteration
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline OR 2+ years of experience in software development
- Development experience in C/C++
Preferred skills and experience:
- Strong proficiency in C++, python
- Strong software design and development skills in production software environments
- Thorough knowledge of physics and math
- Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing
- Creative and efficient approach to problem solving
- Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements
- Ability to work independently and in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively
- Willing to work extended hours and weekends when needed
Additional Requirements
Compensation and Benefits
Pay range: Software Engineer/Level I: $125,000.00 - $145,000.00/per year Software Engineer/Level II: $145,000.00 - $175,000.00/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 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 in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.