Software Engineer, Hardware-in-the-Loop (Starlink)

SpaceX

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Work type: On-site
Location: Redmond, WA
Salary: $125,000–$150,000 / yr
Posted: 3 days ago
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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This role $138k

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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 · Software Engineer, Hardware-in-the-Loop (Starlink)

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Join the Starlink engineering team as a Software Engineer, Hardware-in-the-Loop, where you will develop and design innovative test systems for rapid deployment and accurate testing of vehicle software and hardware. You will collaborate closely with both software and hardware engineers to create an intuitive integrated test platform, analyze test results, and engage in robust cross-domain issue resolution. Essential skills include proficiency in Python, C, C++, or Rust, experience with CI/CD systems, Linux, Bash scripting, networking protocols, and Docker/Kubernetes. This role requires a strong background in networks, electronics, RF communications, math, and physics, along with excellent troubleshooting and communication abilities.

Skills

Python C CI/CD Linux Bash Docker Kubernetes Networking Unit testing Data analysis Simulation software Git PostgreSQL Maven Jenkins Ansible Terraform AWS Grafana Prometheus

What you'll do

Develop and design innovative test systems for Starlink vehicle software and hardware.
Create infrastructure enabling frequent deployment, test execution, and data analysis in CI/CD systems.
Analyze test results to identify bugs requiring detailed investigation with cross-functional teams.
Develop robust test execution across multiple environments including HITL and virtualized simulations.
Collaborate with engineers to provide an intuitive integrated test platform for Starlink projects.

What we're looking for

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field and 1+ years of professional experience, or 3+ years of relevant work experience.
Experience developing software using Python, C, C++, or Rust.
Proficiency with Linux, Bash scripting, and networking protocols.
Strong skills in troubleshooting, debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing.
Developed and deployed real-world applications or projects.
Solid knowledge of networks, electronics, RF communications, math, and physics.

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