Sr. Wi-Fi Software Engineer (Starlink)

Space Exploration Technologies Corp.
Palo Alto, United States of America
4 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
$ 230K

Job location

Palo Alto, United States of America

Tech stack

C++
Protocol Stack
Continuous Integration
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
Linux
Distributed Systems
Embedded Software
IEEE 802.11
Networking Hardware
IPv4
IPv6
Internet Services
Python
Network Protocols
Software Engineering
TCP/IP
Wi-Fi Technology
Information Technology
Go

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline and 5+ years of professional experience in software development; or 7+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of degree

  • 3+ years development experience in C or C++

  • Experience with the IEEE 802.11 wireless standard and with networking protocols (UDP, TCP/IP, etc.)

  • Experience working on embedded software for networking equipment

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Strong fundamental knowledge of networks, embedded systems, math, and physics

  • Solid communication and leadership skills

  • Experience testing Wi-Fi for performance or stability

  • Deep understanding of testing, continuous integration, build, deployment & continuous monitoring

  • Knowledge of DHCP, IPv4, IPv6, Linux bridge, network stack internals

  • Experience with networking kernel modules and drivers

  • Experience driving cross-team projects

  • Experience with security issues associated with distributed systems and internet services

  • Experience with Golang and Python

  • Experience with hostAP

  • Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and 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 (https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtc_kb_article_page&sys_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987) .

Benefits & conditions

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 accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

About the company

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the 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 world's largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. We design, build, manufacture, and operate all parts of the system including thousands of satellites and millions of customer kits. Our customers currently include teachers in the most remote parts of the Amazon, researchers in Antarctica, digital nomads who travel via RV, emergency responders, commercial airlines, cruise lines, and residential users who live in more rural or developing areas. While users can get online within minutes almost anywhere in the world, 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.

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