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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Embedded Software Engineer, OS/Platform... - **Company:** Space Exploration Technologies Corp. - **Location:** Hawthorne, CA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $125,000.0 - $145,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Business Logic, Booting (BIOS), UClibc (C Standard Library), C++ (Programming Language), Continuous Integration, Linux, Device Drivers, Embedded Software, Ethernet, Hardware Design, Python (Programming Language), Linux Kernel, Network Protocols, Software Construction, Software Engineering, System on a Chip, Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), Information Technology, U-Boot - **Published:** August 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000glxmb9 ## About the Role + Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or scientific discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree + Development experience in C, C++, Python, or Rust PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: + Experience developing in the Linux kernel + Experience with networking protocols (TCP, UDP, etc) + Experience working with computer architecture and modern secure boot flows + Experience with ARM embedded systems + Experience with testing, continuous integration, build, deployment & continuous monitoring + Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements + Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret or Top Secret SCI clearance, + 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) . ## Description The Starshield mission is to support national security through a focus on timely and reliable information delivery. Our partners in the intelligence community and defense services need best-in-class technology, developed and fielded quickly and iteratively. Our goals are focused on delivering meaningful new capabilities through both new hardware development and continual software innovation. The Starshield Software team is building software that controls satellites, operates sensors, and creates secure end-to-end communications links on embedded hardware systems. Our engineers are hands-on developing embedded systems and testing new hardware, as well as partnering directly with end customers to understand their unique needs. As an Embedded Software Engineer on the Starshield program, you will be solving challenging problems that underpin every aspect of the program's growth. The areas you could have an impact on could include, but are not limited to: + Developing software from early-stage boot loaders to mission-critical business logic, with strong emphasis on deterministic, secure, and high-performance platforms for all SpaceX Linux-based spacecraft and ground components + Bringing up next generation space-grade silicon, including in-house designed system-on-chip and peripherals + Building infrastructure and tools to enable rapid development and testing of new features across the OS and platform layer Our software engineers are responsible for the complete lifecycle of the software they create, including development, testing, and support., + Maintain and update in house branches of OSS software such as Linux, Buildroot, and u-boot + Support secureboot and runtime security of all Linux based satellite components + Maintain the spacecraft Ethernet network and connectivity + Develop, deploy and test spacecraft software update process + Support in-house System on Chip and peripheral through the life-cycle of the part + Support OS/Platform specific test infrastructure + Development and support device drivers for third party and in-house components + Be the first software team to receive new satellite components + Interface with Silicon, Electrical, and Software Engineers to bring hardware from prototype stage to on on-orbit operations ## Related Videos - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [The Gashlycrumb Tinies of AI Networking You Must Know (or Languish!)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2067-the-gashlycrumb-tinies-of-ai-networking-you-must-know-or-languish) - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) - [The best of two worlds - Bringing enterprise-grade Linux to the vehicle](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/67-the-best-of-two-worlds-bringing-enterprise-grade-linux-to-the-vehicle) - [An alternative approach to digital sovereignty: Confidential Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100043-an-alternative-approach-to-digital-sovereignty-confidential-computing) ## Related Articles - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know)