This role pays less than
77%
of similar roles. Most pay
$137,325–$193,000
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$135k
versus about
$165k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
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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.
SpaceX currently has
790 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$130,000–$165,000
across 555 roles with salary data.
As a Software Engineer, Flight Software (Starship), you will join the Starship Software team to design, develop, and test software used to control and simulate SpaceX flight systems. You will be responsible for building highly reliable autonomous software systems and the simulations required to validate them across all layers of the stack, including application, operating system, networking, firmware, and simulation. Collaborating with hardware and software engineering teams, you will implement and debug code to ensure the successful operation of the pad, ship, and booster. The role requires proficiency in C++, Rust, or other systems programming languages, along with experience in real-time embedded systems or distributed computing. You will apply first-principles problem-solving skills to address complex challenges within the domain of reusable spacecraft and rocket transportation systems to meet critical mission objectives.
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