Principal Wi-Fi Software Engineer; Starlink

Principal Wi‑Fi Software Engineer (Starlink)

Space

X 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 Space

X is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

At Space

X we’re leveraging our experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to 3M+ users worldwide. We design, build, manufacture, and operate all parts of the system including thousands of satellites 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.

As a Principal Wi‑Fi Software Engineer working on Starlink’s global consumer product line, you will be a critical piece of the overall product roadmap and customer experience. We are looking for experts in the Wi‑Fi space to help Starlink deliver an amazing end‑to‑end product that increases customer experience for millions of users all around the world. You see the big picture, prioritize accordingly, and are comfortable with working at different levels of abstraction.

• Drive the Wi‑Fi software and roadmap for our Wi‑Fi products, used by the majority of Starlink users around the world
• Debug and optimize kernel‑level system performance
• Collaborate with our RF and EE engineers to improve our testing procedures for both software and hardware
• Mentor software engineers and build a great work culture
• Improve our Wi‑Fi mesh performance
• 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

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline and 10+ years of professional experience in software development; or 12+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of degree
• 8+ years development experience in C or C++
• Experience with the IEEE 802.11 wireless standard and with networking protocols (UDP, TCP/IP, etc.)
• Experience working on embedded software for networking equipment

• Experience with networking kernel modules and drivers
• Strong fundamental knowledge of networks, embedded systems, math, and physics
• Solid communication and leadership skills
• Experience testing Wi‑Fi for performance or stability
• Deep understanding of testing, continuous integration, build, deployment, and continuous monitoring
• Knowledge of DHCP, IPv4, IPv6, Linux bridge, network stack internals
• Experience driving cross‑team projects
• Experience with security issues associated with distributed systems and internet services
• Experience with Golang and Python
• Experience with hostAP
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements
• Experience with Wi‑Fi chipsets

• Willingness to work extended hours and weekends when needed

Pay Range:
Wi‑Fi Software Engineer/Principal: $ – $ per year. Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job‑related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package  may also be eligible for long‑term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long‑term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

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