senior Software Engineer ic 5+ yrs Bachelor's
$165,000 – $225,000
USD per year

About this role

SpaceX is hiring a senior-level Software Engineer based in Redmond, WA. The posting calls out experience with Python, Testing, Automation and roughly 5+ years of relevant work. Listed education preference: a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Compensation is listed at $165,000–$225,000 per year.

Role
Software Engineer
Function
software engineering
Level
senior
Track
Individual contributor
Employment
Full-time
Location
Redmond, WA
Experience
5+ years
Education
Bachelor's degree
Department
Satellite Payload Engineering
AI Summary
Design and verify RF/microwave hardware for Starlink satellites and ground communication systems. Simulate communication systems, partition functions between hardware/software domains, and derive RF link specifications. Requires 5+ years RF/microwave circuit design experience and proficiency with 3D EM simulation tools.

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Job description

from SpaceX careers

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.

SR. RF/MICROWAVE ENGINEER, SATELLITES (STARLINK)

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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