Embedded Software Engineer; Starlink

Position: Embedded Software Engineer (Starlink)
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

EMBEDDED SOFTWARE ENGINEER (STARLINK)
Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to millions users worldwide. We design, build, manufacture, and operate all parts of the system including thousands of satellites, hundreds of gateways, and millions of customer kits. Our customers currently include teachers in the most remote parts of the Amazon, researchers in Antarctica, digital nomads who travel via RV, emergency responders, commercial airlines, cruise lines, and residential users who live in more rural or developing areas.

While users can get online within minutes almost anywhere in the world, we’ve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink’s potential. We are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink’s utility for individuals, communities, and businesses. Below are just some of the focus areas for software teams on Starlink:
Develop software running on custom hardware that is deployed to millions of devices around the world

Create infrastructure and tools for rapid and reliable deployment of our code to our customers no matter where they are Write software for Starlink’s custom phased array and modem silicon

Radically improve the user experience of satellite internet

Develop a telemetry system that scales to millions of devices with trillions of data points

Build robust systems that are resistant to adversarial attacks

Our software engineers are responsible for the complete lifecycle of the software they create, including development, testing, and support.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design and implement highly available, fault-tolerant consumer devices and gateways that operate for long periods of time with minimal maintenance for millions of users

Participate in architecture, design, and code reviews

Develop prototypes to prove out key design concepts and quantify technical constraints

Work with the Starlink factory to manufacture devices in-house

Write quality Linux based software for common processors and microcontrollers (e.g. ARM, RISC V, etc.)Develop systems that allow for test execution across multiple environments such as virtualized hardware or real hardware-in-the-loop simulations

Invent new tools that enable more frequent and reliable software deployment, test execution, and data analysis as part of a continuous integration and release system

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, math, or a STEM discipline and 1+ years of professional experience in software engineering; OR 3+ years of professional experience in software engineering in lieu of a degree Development experience in C, C++, Golang, Python, or Rust

Experience with embedded or low level systems developmentPREFERRED

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Developed, debugged, and deployed software that has been used in real world embedded devices

Creative approach to problem solving, exceptional analytical skills, and engineering fundamentals

Solid fundamental knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP etc.), electronics, math, physics, and radio frequency

Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, and testing

Experience with security issues associated with distributed systems and internet services

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as neededITAR REQUIREMENTS:

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder),…