This role pays more than
69%
of similar roles. Most pay
$149,500–$214,000
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$198k
versus about
$182k
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.
Sr. Software Engineer (Special Projects) joins the Falcon and Dragon Engineering organization to design and implement software and firmware for next-generation avionics systems. This role involves managing the full lifecycle of software, including development, testing, and operational support, while ensuring system reliability during launch operations. The engineer will build high-quality software for common processors and micro-controllers, bring up and validate devices that communicate to and fly in space, and perform hands-on integration and troubleshooting of flight hardware systems. Key technical requirements include proficiency in C++ or C languages, Linux, and bash shell scripting, alongside knowledge of computer architecture, networks, and NXP microcontrollers. The role addresses the critical challenge of ensuring aerospace systems can be launched frequently, safely, and reliably while navigating a dynamic environment with evolving requirements and complex hardware-software integration needs.
What does a Software Engineer earn in California?
Median $214000 from 775 postings across 63 companies.