Software Engineer

SpaceX

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Work type: On-site
Location: Canandaigua, NY
Salary: $100,000–$160,000 / yr
Posted: 32 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live 2 days ago

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $165k

This role $130k

$89k most similar roles pay here $206k

This role pays less than 80% of similar roles. Most pay $135,000–$194,550 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $130k 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 680 open roles on FindRole.

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

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TL;DR · Software Engineer

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The Software Engineer (Starlink/Akoustis) joins the semiconductor fabrication team to support the production of high-performance RF filter devices for Starlink. This role involves leading software development projects in process automation, specifically focusing on data systems and reporting. The engineer will design and develop reliable software solutions, build prototypes to test design concepts, integrate production automation with manufacturing equipment, and create tools and dashboards for engineering operations. Key technical requirements include proficiency in C#, .NET, Python, Go, or Java, along with front-end experience in Blazor, Angular, or React. The role also requires skills in SQL, MariaDB, MySQL, Docker, and Power BI. Candidates should possess knowledge of SECS/GEM standards, MES, and ERP systems while following best practices for version control, testing, and continuous integration to solve complex manufacturing challenges.

What does a Software Engineer earn in New York?

Median $224000 from 203 postings across 41 companies.

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Skills

C# .NET Python Go Java Blazor Angular React JavaScript SECS/GEM SQL MariaDB MySQL Docker Power BI MES ERP

What you'll do

Develop highly reliable software solutions for Akoustis production and engineering operations.
Create new applications to improve manufacturing processes and operational efficiency.
Build prototypes to validate design concepts and identify technical constraints.
Integrate production automation software with specialized manufacturing equipment.
Design and document system interactions with underlying data systems and reporting tools.
Develop and maintain the infrastructure used for internal and external operations.
Create high-efficiency systems, tools, and dashboards for stakeholders.

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a STEM discipline and 1+ years of experience building full-stack software.
3+ years of professional experience building full-stack software in lieu of a degree.
Must be a U.S. citizen, national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee to meet ITAR requirements.
Experience in C#, .NET, Python, Go, Java, or similar object-oriented languages (preferred).
Front-end experience in Blazor, Angular, React, or similar JavaScript frameworks (preferred).
Experience in SECS/GEM semiconductor manufacturing automation (preferred).
Proficiency in SQL and database schema design, preferably in MariaDB or MySQL (preferred).
Experience with Docker, Power BI, MES, ERP systems, or other relevant technologies (preferred).

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