Sr. Software Engineer (Platform Team)

SpaceX

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Work type: On-site
Location: Redmond, WA
Salary: $160,000–$225,000 / yr
Posted: today

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This role $192k

$133k most similar roles pay here $235k

This role pays more than 56% of similar roles. Most pay $146,139–$214,500 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $192k versus about $180k for comparable roles.

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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 604 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Sr. Software Engineer (Platform Team)

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Join our dynamic team as a Senior Software Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in developing cutting-edge solutions for complex business challenges. Your day-to-day responsibilities include designing and implementing robust software systems using the latest technologies, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products, and continuously improving system performance and scalability. We are looking for someone proficient in Java, Python, or C++, with experience in cloud platforms like AWS or Azure, and familiar with agile development methodologies. This role involves working on large-scale applications that impact millions of users globally, requiring a deep understanding of distributed systems and strong problem-solving skills to tackle intricate technical challenges.

Skills

Python Docker Kubernetes AWS CI/CD SQL Git Linux PostgreSQL Jenkins

What you'll do

Design and implement complex software solutions to meet business requirements.
Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers to ensure coding standards are met.
Analyze system performance issues and optimize application efficiency and scalability.
Stay updated with the latest technology trends and integrate new tools into projects.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.

What we're looking for

5+ years of experience in IT or related field
Strong background in software development and system architecture
Expertise in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++
Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and compliance regulations
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
ITAR clearance required for U.S. Department of State compliance

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