This role pays less than
75%
of similar roles. Most pay
$137,500–$197,500
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$138k
versus about
$168k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
Employer
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
680 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$130,000–$165,000
across 442 roles with salary data.
As a Software Engineer, Satellite Systems (Starshield), you will join the Starshield Core team to develop highly reliable software for controlling, monitoring, and growing a satellite constellation. You will manage the complete lifecycle of code from inception to rollout, building systems for secure command and control, rapid software updates across network components, and high-throughput networking systems on the ground. Your work involves creating monitoring tools for safe flight operations and developing internal tooling to accelerate organizational efforts. The role requires proficiency in C++ and Linux development, with preferred experience in containerization technologies like Docker or Kubernetes, and relational databases such as PostgreSQL or CockroachDB. You will solve complex problems regarding in-space mesh networks and secure communication systems designed specifically for government use, including earth observation and hosted payloads.
What does a Software Engineer earn in California?
Median $214000 from 775 postings across 63 companies.
C++
Python
C
Linux
TCP
UDP
ARM
PowerPC
x86
Machine Learning
Unit Testing
Hardware-in-the-loop
Computer Architecture
Networking Protocols
Data Processing
Simulation
C++
Python
C
Linux
TCP
UDP
ARM
PowerPC
x86
Machine Learning
Unit Testing
Computer Architecture
Networking Protocols
Hardware-in-the-loop
Data Processing