Software Engineer Interview Experience - Hawthorne, California
August 2, 2023
Neutral ExperienceNo Offer
Process
I spoke with HR, and he promised to give me an OA. However, at the end of the day, he didn't. I was a little disappointed, and I didn't receive any feedback either. It's strange.
Questions
They asked for some background on your resume.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 35 interview experiences for the SpaceX Software Engineer role in Hawthorne, California.
Success Rate
9%
Pass Rate
SpaceX's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in Hawthorne, California is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Positive43%
Neutral46%
Negative11%
Candidates reported having very good feelings for SpaceX's Software Engineer interview process in Hawthorne, California.
SpaceX Work Experiences
3.0
Strong career growth but low compensation and benefits
Software Engineer • Current Employee
Redmond, WA
September 14, 2026
Pros: Great career outlook; you learn so much
Cons: Comp and benefits are measly if you joined at the wrong time.
5.0
Great
Software Engineer • Current Employee
December 2, 2025
Pros: Rewarding work and good benefits
Cons: Longer hours and a far commute
5.0
Best place to grow
Software Engineer • Former Employee
Hawthorne, CA
September 16, 2025
Pros: Insanely smart colleagues and ambitious goals
Cons: Unclear career development and shifting priorities
- 3.0Strong career growth but low compensation and benefitsSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeRedmond, WASeptember 14, 2026Pros: Great career outlook; you learn so muchCons: Comp and benefits are measly if you joined at the wrong time.
- 5.0GreatSoftware Engineer • Current EmployeeDecember 2, 2025Pros: Rewarding work and good benefitsCons: Longer hours and a far commute
- 5.0Best place to growSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeHawthorne, CASeptember 16, 2025Pros: Insanely smart colleagues and ambitious goalsCons: Unclear career development and shifting priorities
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