The opportunity
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.
What you'll do
Develop and maintain the high-fidelity real-time simulation software used for all vehicles
Develop prototypes to prove out key design concepts and quantify technical constraints
Maintain the highest standards of excellence, never settle for the status quo
Improve reliability and performance of simulation software
Work with simulation software users to develop new features and improve user experiences
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline: and 5+ years of experience in software development; OR 7+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree
What they're looking for
- + years development experience in C++
- Strong software design and development skills in C++
- Understanding of distributed computing systems, networking protocols, memory management, and CPU scheduling
- Thorough knowledge of classical physics and math (algebra, calculus, Euclidean geometry)
