À propos de ce poste Factory Software Engineer (Starlink) chez SpaceX
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.
FACTORY SOFTWARE ENGINEER (STARLINK)
Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. Users can get online within minutes almost anywhere on the world. We design, build, manufacture, and operate all parts of the system including thousands of satellites and millions of consumer kits. We’ve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink’s potential. We are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink’s utility for individuals, communities, and businesses.
As a Factory Software Engineer, you will be solving challenges such as:
- Writing software that runs both on our servers and products during the manufacturing process
- Creating infrastructure and tools for rapid and reliable deployment of new software to the factory with minimal downtime
- Debugging software and hardware issues to improve factory output
Our software engineers are responsible for the complete lifecycle of the software they create, including development, testing, and support.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work with the Starlink factory engineering teams to manufacture devices in-house
- Invent new tools that enable more frequent and reliable software deployment, test execution, and data analysis as part of a continuous integration and release system
- Design and implement highly available, fault-tolerant systems that operate for long periods of time with minimal intervention
- Develop systems that allow for test execution across multiple environments such as virtualized hardware or real hardware-in-the-loop simulations
- Bringup and maintain servers and networking for use in the factory
- Participate in architecture, design, and code reviews
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, math, or a STEM discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience in software engineering in lieu of a degree (internship experience is applicable)
- Development experience in Python, Golang, C++, or Rust
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Solid fundamental knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP etc.), electronics, radio frequency
- Creative approach to problem solving, exceptional analytical skills and engineering fundamentals
- Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, and testing
- Experience with security issues associated with distributed systems and internet services
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends 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.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
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