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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Automation and Test Engineer, Satellites (Starlink) - **Company:** Space Exploration Technologies Corp. - **Location:** Redmond, WA, United States - **Salary:** $125,500.0 - $145,000.0 - **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Unit Testing, Bash Shell, C++ (Programming Language), Modems, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Linux, Hardware Design, Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, Python (Programming Language), Network Protocols, Performance Tuning, Simulation Software, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Test Execution Engine, Hardware Testing, Containerization, Integration Tests, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Docker - **Published:** May 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://seeker-sp.worksourcewa.com/jobview/GetJob.aspx?JobID=293423516 ## About the Role + Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline and 1+ years of professional experience in test systems, software or hardware development; OR 3+ years of professional experience in test systems, software or hardware development in lieu of a degree (internship experience is applicable). + Development experience in C, C++, or python. PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: + Experience building, testing, or working with hardware test setups. + Linux and Bash proficiency and experience with networking protocols. + Developed and deployed software that has been used in real world applications/projects. + Data analysis skillset and experience with simulation software. + Experience with containerization technologies (i.e. Docker, Kubernetes). + Radio frequency (RF) system-level design, modems and diagnostic test equipment experience. + Strong skills in troubleshooting, debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing. + Experience with continuous integration and monitoring. + Solid fundamental knowledge of networks, electronics, RF communications, math, and physics. + Creative approach to problem solving, exceptional analytical skills and engineering fundamentals. + Excellent organizational and communication skills. + Ability to learn quickly and work effectively in a dynamic environment., + 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 + Design, develop and build test platforms to best validate Starlink software. + Develop software that allow for test execution across multiple environments: hardware-in-the-loop (HITL, HIL) and virtualized hardware simulations. + Invent tools that enable more frequent and reliable software deployment, test execution, and data analysis as part of a continuous integration and release system. + Analyze test results and identify bugs that require in-depth investigations with engineers across the organization. + Work closely with developers to provide a reliable, fast, accurate and easy-to-use integrated test platform. + Hands-on integration and troubleshooting of Starlink hardware/software. + Identify areas for improvement in the test systems and create innovative solutions. ## Related Videos - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [What I learned as a developer from accidents in space](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/642-what-i-learned-as-a-developer-from-accidents-in-space) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) - [Docker build without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100114-docker-build-without-docker) - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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