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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer, High Performance Computing - **Company:** Space Exploration Technologies Corp. - **Location:** Hawthorne, CA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $125,000.0 - $175,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Data Analysis, Unit Testing, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Linux, Python (Programming Language), Linux Kernel, Machine Learning, Mesh Networking, Network Protocols, Performance Tuning, Powerpc, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), Test Execution Engine, Virtualization Technology, Data Processing, High Performance Computing, PIC Microcontroller, Information Technology, Build Tools, Network Optimization - **Published:** June 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f6e9bd87fdceaa02 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Virtualization?, The Starshield software team is building highly reliable in-space mesh networks, designing secure systems to guarantee access to space, designing next-gen communication and sensing software, and more. Aerospace experience is not required to be successful here - we want our engineers to bring fresh ideas from all areas. We look for engineers who love solving problems and seek to make an impact on an inspiring mission. As we expand this team, we're looking for versatile, motivated, and collaborative engineers with hands-on experience developing C++ software for real-world systems., * Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or engineering discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree * Development experience in C, C++, or Python or full stack software development experience PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: * Experience in C++ for high performance systems * Developed and deployed software that has been used real-world applications and projects * Solid fundamental knowledge of computer architecture and networks * Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization and unit testing * Ability to work effectively and creatively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements * Ability to work independently and in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively * Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret or Top Secret SCI clearance Some preferred skills and experience depend on the specific team within flight software and may include: * Experience with networking protocols (TCP, UDP, etc) * Experience developing in the Linux kernel * Experience with image data processing and machine learning * Strong background in math and physics ## Description Our team is involved in designing the vehicle systems at every phase of development. We build tools that enable us to work more efficiently and that help us build software systems that are secure, reliable, and autonomous. Our software engineers are responsible for the life cycle of the software they create, including development, testing, and operational support., * Create highly reliable software systems that control hundreds of satellites in low earth orbit * Leverage software design to improve satellite constellation performance, security, and availability to meet the needs of a wide range of users * See your software through from start to finish: from figuring out the core needs to prototyping, developing, and testing; to on-orbit rollout and beyond * Work with interdisciplinary teams to brainstorm, design, and build the next generation of satellite capabilities, from cutting-edge sensors and inter-satellite lasers to space-based cloud compute There are several roles within the Starshield software team with different focus areas. Applicants will interview for specific focus areas based on hiring needs and qualifications. Specific role responsibilities may include: * Write high quality Linux-based C++ software for common processors and micro controllers (e.g. ARM, PowerPC, x86, etc.) * Implement networking technologies to direct data across a variety of satellites, ground operations centers, and users * Build automated ground-based software systems that integrate smart data processing with command and control of the satellites * Develop models and simulations for flight-like vehicle software testing, network performance analysis, or research & development projects * Develop tools that allow for test execution across multiple environments: virtualized hardware, real hardware-in-the-loop, and even vehicle-in-the-loop testing * Invent new systems that enable more frequent and reliable software deployment, test execution, and data analysis as part of a continuous integration and release system ## Related Videos - [From Space to Software: Reliability Lessons 40 Years After Challenger](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100283-from-space-to-software-reliability-lessons-40-years-after-challenger) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Modern Data Architectures need Software Engineering](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1030-modern-data-architectures-need-software-engineering) - [Strange New Worlds: shaping the future of the digital age](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/677-strange-new-worlds-shaping-the-future-of-the-digital-age) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) - [Building a framework-independent component library](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1679-building-a-framework-independent-component-library) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [Top 6 Hackathons for Developers in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/263-top-6-hackathons-for-developers-in-2023) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers)