Lead Software Engineer, Full Stack - Top Secret Clearance

SpaceX

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Work type
On-site
Location
Hawthorne, CA
Salary
$165,000–$230,000 / yr
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today

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About SpaceX

SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft with the mission of enabling humans to become a multi-planetary species. It operates the Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Starship launch vehicles, as well as the Starlink satellite internet constellation.

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TL;DR · Lead Software Engineer, Full Stack - Top Secret Clearance

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As a Lead Software Engineer in Special Programs at SpaceX, you will lead a team of software engineers to design and develop high-performance web applications that support the exploration and validation of future technologies for flight systems. Your day-to-day responsibilities include managing technical outcomes, conducting code reviews, and fostering a culture of excellence while ensuring adherence to industry best practices. You will work with JavaScript/TypeScript (React or Lit), Python, Rust, or C++, as well as database systems like Postgres or MySQL, and automated build tools such as Bamboo and Jenkins. This role involves collaborating closely with customer teams to implement intuitive UI/UX for critical operations and requires an active Top Secret clearance due to the sensitive nature of the work.

Skills

JavaScript TypeScript React Python Rust C++ PostgreSQL MySQL Oracle Bamboo Ansible Jenkins UI/UX CI/CD

What you'll do

  • Own the outcomes and delivery of full stack software solutions for flight systems.
  • Lead architecture discussions, design decisions, and code reviews for projects.
  • Develop and maintain a roadmap with clear short-term and long-term goals.
  • Ensure adherence to software development processes and industry best practices.
  • Oversee all phases of software development from design to operations.

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years of full stack software development experience
  • Active Top Secret clearance or higher
  • Expertise in JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, and relevant frameworks
  • Professional leadership experience managing a team of engineers
  • Experience with database systems like Postgres, MySQL, or Oracle
  • Demonstrated ability to design high-quality, scalable web applications
  • Knowledge of automated build and test frameworks such as Jenkins

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