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Software Engineer, Beam Planning (Starshield)

SpaceX is pioneering space exploration and development with a focus on enabling human life on Mars. The Starshield program uses Starlink technology to support government national security needs. They are seeking a Software Engineer to develop real-time scheduling software for the Starshield satellite constellation to optimize network performance.

Skills

  • Proficiency in C, C++, or assembly programming
  • Experience with real-time systems, network topology, and numerical optimization
  • Strong debugging and deployment skills in real-world applications
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Ability to work in dynamic, changing environments
  • Experience with distributed systems and internet services
  • Eligibility for Top Secret or Top Secret SCI clearance

Responsibilities

  • Develop highly reliable, real-time software for low-latency, high-bandwidth satellite network topology planning
  • Lead architecture, design, and code reviews
  • Develop prototypes and manage experiments to validate key design concepts
  • Create tools for software development, deployment, data analysis, visualization, and testing across multiple environments

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or scientific discipline; OR 2+ years professional software development experience in lieu of degree

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary with levels depending on skills and experience
  • Long-term incentives including stock options and employee stock purchase plans
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • 3 weeks paid vacation plus 10+ paid holidays
  • Paid sick leave according to company policy
  • Various employee discounts and perks
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DATE POSTED
June 26, 2025

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