About the position
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 5M+ 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. As an OS/Platform Software Engineer on the Starlink program, you will be solving challenges underpinning every aspect of the program's growth. The areas you could have an impact on could include, but are not limited to: Bringing up next generation space grade silicon, including in house designed system on chip and peripherals. Develop software from the early stage boot loaders to business logic with an emphasis on deterministic, secure, and performant platform for all of SpaceX Linux based spacecraft and grounds-based components. Infrastructure and tools to enable rapid development and testing of new features for all OS/platform features. Our software engineers are responsible for the complete lifecycle of the software they create, including development, testing, and support.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and update in house branches of OSS software such as Linux, Buildroot, and u-boot.
- Support secureboot and runtime security of all Linux based satellite components.
- Maintain the spacecraft Ethernet network and connectivity.
- Develop, deploy and test spacecraft software update process.
- Support in-house System on Chip and peripheral through the life-cycle of the part.
- Support OS/Platform specific test infrastructure.
- Development and support device drivers for third party and in-house components.
- Be the first software team to receive new satellite components.
- Interface with Silicon, Electrical, and Application Software Engineers to bring hardware from prototype stage to on-orbit operations.
Requirements
- 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++, python and/or rust.
Nice-to-haves
- Linux Kernel Up streamed patches preferred.
- Knowledge of networking and Linux networking stack.
- Good knowledge of computer architecture and modern secure boot flows.
- Experience with ARM embedded systems.
- Deep understanding of testing, continuous integration, build, deployment & continuous monitoring.
- Creative approach to problem solving, exceptional analytical skills and engineering fundamentals.
- Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing.
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
- Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements.
Benefits
- Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX.
- You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards.
- Potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
- Access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
- Access to a 401(k)-retirement plan.
- Short & long-term disability insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Paid parental leave.
- Various other discounts and perks.
- Accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation.
- Eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
- Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.
