Sr. Software Engineer, Flight Software (Starship)Active$225K

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 highly reliable autonomous software systems and the simulations required to validate them

  • Own all aspects of software development, including design, testing, and integration to the mission

  • Work with counterpart engineering teams to develop and maintain launch and: vehicle software, crossing all required software domains necessary to implement and verify control of the pad, ship, and booster to meet mission objectives

  • Define and lead impactful projects that enable the mission of Starship

  • Continuously improve software standards and software engineering best practices within Starship Software

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or science: discipline and 4+ years of experience in software development; OR 6+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree

What they're looking for

  • + years of experience C++, Python, or Rust
  • Proven skills and knowledge of C++, Rust, or other systems programming language
  • Experience building or working with real-time embedded systems or distributed computing systems
  • Experience designing fault tolerant software
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