Sr. Software Engineer, C++ (Dragon)

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and analyze the code and configuration for the software systems that fly our vehicles
• Invent new tools that enable more frequent and reliable software deployment, automated data review, and automated configuration verification
• Analyze test results and bugs that require in-depth investigations
• Troubleshoot flight hardware/software systems with interdisciplinary engineering teams
• Plan and execute vehicle testing milestones
• Roll out new software changes to the vehicle fleet
• Occasional travel to launch sites and customer sites for testing and/or operations

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or science discipline OR 2+ years of experience in software development in lieu of degree
• 5+ years of software development experience in C/C++
• Knowledge of electronics, controls, motor design, and physical mechanics
• Strong fluency in Linux, including:Bash shell scripting, network troubleshooting
• Experience building or working with real-time embedded systems
• Experience with software documentation, creating system diagrams, and enumerating software requirements
• Experience with software testing
• Knowledge of state machines

Qualifications

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

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: Sr. Software Engineer: $165,000.00 - $230,000.00/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.

Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.

Additional 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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 reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.