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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer, Backend (C/C++) - **Company:** Space Exploration Technologies Corp. - **Location:** Hawthorne, CA, United States - **Salary:** $125,000.0 - $150,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), JavaScript (Programming Language), Computer-Aided Design, Artificial Intelligence, Application Performance Management, Automation of Tests, Unix, C++ (Programming Language), Profiling, Databases, Continuous Integration, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, Package Management Systems, Ansible, Software Construction, Software Engineering, ReactJS, Hardware Testing, Backend, AngularJS, Integration Tests, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Build Tools, Npm(Software), Front End Software Development, Lxc, Puppet, Docker - **Published:** August 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/17812621?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F17812621%2FSoftware-Engineer-Backend-C-C-California-Hawthorne ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or scientific discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience building software in lieu of a degree * 1+ years of experience with C/C++ * 1+ years of experience with Python PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: * Experience developing telemetry-based software * Expertise in designing software systems * Front-end experience in Angular, React, or similar JavaScript framework * Deep understanding of testing, continuous integration, build, deployment & monitoring * Understanding of agentic workflows and utilizing AI to improve developer experience * Expertise in profiling and improving application performance * Experience with build systems (Make and Bazel preferred) and package management tools (pip, npm) * Experience with UNIX-like operating systems and tools like Ansible and Puppet for managing them * Production experience with Docker, Containerd, LXC, and/or Kubernetes * Database experience with PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or similar database technologies, * 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. ## Description As a Software Engineer on the test infrastructure team, you will design, develop, and maintain SpaceX's in-house testing ecosystem that powers software and hardware test and validation across all flight systems. You will build and evolve the core test infrastructure framework and supporting applications used for production testing, integration testing, and high-fidelity simulations. The team is focused on building out SpaceXAI, improving SpaceX's engineering capacity and capability through AI tooling. This is a high-impact role where you will work across engineering groups to create reliable, scalable, and performant testing tools that accelerate vehicle production and flight software. Our testing software is critical to mission success for all vehicle programs at SpaceX. SpaceX is looking for smart, motivated software engineers who enjoy taking on complex challenges, work well in dynamic environments, and care about software best practices., * Develop and maintain the core test infrastructure framework and applications used across SpaceX * Improve reliability, performance, and safety of test software and infrastructure * Work closely with flight software engineers and users across the company to develop new features and improve user experiences * Own all aspects of software engineering and product development for test infrastructure * Deep dive into users' problems to find and create efficient solutions ## Related Videos - [Hiring AI Native Talents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100268-hiring-ai-native-talents) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Node and Package Security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2138-wearedevelopers-live-node-and-package-security) - [Your next 10x engineer isn't in your city. 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