Sr. Software Engineer, Starlink Growth

Space Exploration Technologies Corp.
Bastrop, TX, United States
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

HTML JavaScript (Programming Language) Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) Data Analysis Basic Access Authentication Unix Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) Code Review Continuous Delivery Continuous Integration Relational Databases Fault Tolerance
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Hypertext Transfer Protocols (HTTP) Machine Learning Object-Oriented Software Development Software Engineering Software Systems TypeScript Web Applications ReactJS AngularJS Information Technology Front End Software Development Software Version Control Docker

Job description

As a Sr. Software Engineer, you will work closely with a mix of both external customers and internal partners across engineering disciplines and business operations to bring observability to a rapidly expanding network of millions of assets. The tools and applications you build will empower Starlink customers to manage their deployed assets in aviation, maritime, and enterprise environments while also bringing enhanced development to key features across various internal and external platforms. On this team, we will rely on you to be a key figure in the successful development of mission-critical, high-performance web applications., * Design, develop, and continuously improve software solutions to support Starlink customer success and business operations

  • Develop well-architected, responsive, and performant web applications
  • Develop highly reliable and available software systems for Starlink
  • Design and implement highly available, fault-tolerant networks that operates for long periods of time with minimal maintenance at scale
  • Deliver expert level Typescript, HTML, and CSS code for modern browsers
  • Craft aesthetically and functionally flawless user experiences
  • Collaborate with peers on architecture, design, and code reviews
  • Deep dive into your users’ problems to find and create efficient solutions

Requirements

Do you have experience in Software engineering?, * Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a STEM discipline; OR 5+ years of professional experience building full-stack software in lieu of a degree

  • 5+ years of professional experience in software engineering

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Experience with object-oriented language
  • Experience with relational databases
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment both independently and with a team
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Front-end experience in React, Angular, or similar JavaScript framework
  • Knowledge of HTTP requests, API structures (REST), and HTTP authentication techniques
  • Experience with version control, continuous integration, and continuous delivery concepts
  • Professional experience in analytics, data science, or machine learning
  • Production experience with Docker and Kubernetes
  • Experience with UNIX-like operating systems and CI/CD tools

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
  • Must be able to travel to other SpaceX facilities as needed

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.

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, test, and operate all parts of the system - thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing, and the software that brings it all together. We’ve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink’s potential global impact and are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink’s utility for communities and businesses around the globe.

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