below marketmost similar roles pay hereabove market
This role pays less than
61%
of similar roles. Most pay
$130,900–$189,725
— the blue band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$138k
versus about
$160k
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
851 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$130,000–$165,000
across 590 roles with salary data.
Software Engineer (Starlink)
As a Software Engineer on the PCBA design and manufacturing team, you will build and maintain software that interfaces with manufacturing equipment to make the production process faster and more reliable. You will develop highly reliable software solutions, create new applications to improve production operations, and build prototypes to prove design concepts. This role involves deep diving into user problems to create efficient solutions, including integrating electronics design software with manufacturing equipment. You will utilize skills in C#.NET, Python, Go, or Java, along with experience in version control, continuous integration, and continuous delivery. Technical requirements include knowledge of UNIX-like operating systems, Docker, Kubernetes, and databases like PostgreSQL. You will also work with industrial equipment and CAD software like NX or Altium to solve manufacturing bottlenecks.
What does a Software Engineer earn in Washington?
Median $202800 from 409 postings across 38 companies.
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