Software Engineer

SpaceX

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Work type
On-site
Location
Redmond, WA
Salary
$125,000–$150,000 / yr
Posted
86 days ago
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Confirmed live 2 days ago

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How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $164k
This role $138k
$117k most similar roles pay here $201k

This role pays less than 64% of similar roles. Most pay $135,000–$192,500 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $138k versus about $164k 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 680 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $130,000–$165,000 across 442 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Software Engineer

Software Engineer (Starlink) joins the PCBA design and manufacturing team to build and maintain software that interfaces with production line equipment. The role focuses on making the PCBA manufacturing process faster and more reliable by developing high-reliability solutions, creating new applications for operations, building prototypes to prove design concepts, and integrating electronics design software into manufacturing hardware. This position requires solving problems involving APIs or hardware with limited documentation while collaborating closely with manufacturing staff. Candidates should possess a degree in a STEM field and experience in full stack development. Preferred technical skills include proficiency in C#.NET, Python, Go, Java, or other object-oriented languages; familiarity with version control, CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes, and SQL databases; and experience integrating industrial equipment like Allen Bradley or CAD software such as NX and Altium into production workflows.

What does a Software Engineer earn in Washington?

Median $202800 from 326 postings across 28 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Develop reliable software solutions used across production and engineering teams.
  • Create new applications to improve SpaceX production operations.
  • Build prototypes to prove design concepts and quantify technical constraints.
  • Solve manufacturing problems by developing software that interfaces with hardware or APIs.
  • Integrate electronics design software into manufacturing equipment.
  • Manage the full release process for all developed applications.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or a STEM discipline.
  • At least 1 year of experience in full stack software development.
  • Proficiency in object-oriented languages such as C#.NET, Python, Go, or Java.
  • Experience with version control, continuous integration, and continuous delivery concepts.
  • Expertise in designing software systems, profiling, and improving application performance.
  • Experience with UNIX-like operating systems, Docker, Kubernetes, and build systems like Make or Bazel.
  • Experience with database technologies, front-end frameworks, and in-stream data processing tools.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or eligible for required export control authorizations.

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