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# software engineers

- **Company:** Space Exploration Technologies Corp.
- **Location:** Lockhart, TX, United States
- **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, C++ (Programming Language), Code Review, Continuous Integration, Linux, Distributed Systems, Video Game Development, Internet Services, Network Protocols, Software Maintenance, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, TCP/IP, Test Execution Engine, High Performance Computing, Information Technology, Low Latency, Real-time Rendering
- **Published:** October 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.themuse.com/jobs/spacex/software-engineer-ai-satellites-starmind

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or science discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree (internship experience is applicable).
 * Development experience in C, C++, or assembly.
 * Experience with application development and distributed systems architecture in a Linux environment.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

 * Strong first-principles problem-solving skills and a focus on designing bug-free, maintainable software
 * Strong professional experience writing C, C++ or assembly in a production environment.
 * Developed, debugged and deployed software that has been used in real world applications/projects.
 * Knowledgeable in real-time rendering, game engine development, physics simulation, or other real-time, resource-constrained, high-performance computing.
 * Creative approach to problem solving, exceptional analytical skills and engineering fundamentals.
 * Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
 * Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements.
 * Experience with networking protocols (UDP, TCP/IP, etc) and distributed systems.
 * Experience in security issues associated with distributed systems and internet services.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

 * Ability to work extended hours or weekends as needed for mission critical deadlines
 * Ability to travel occasionally to support on-site testing

ITAR 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.

## Description

* Develop highly reliable, real-time software designed to run on the gateways, satellites, user terminals, and switches that make up our low latency, high capacity satellite-based global network.
 * Participate in and lead architecture, design, and code reviews.
 * Develop prototypes and manage experiments to prove out key design concepts.
 * Develop tools for software development and deployment, data analysis and visualization, and test execution across multiple environments, including virtualized hardware environments, real hardware-in-the-loop simulations, and on-orbit testing.
 * Deploy reliable software, test execution, and data analysis as part of a continuous integration and release system.