Application Software Engineer

SpaceX is seeking an Application Software Engineer to join their team in Hawthorne, CA. This role is part of the central nervous system of SpaceX, creating mission-critical applications used throughout the company to accelerate launch vehicle production and flight, as well as systems that allow Starlink to grow into a worldwide fast, reliable Internet service.

The application software team is currently working on systems to enable rapid build and reuse of Starship, designing next-generation manufacturing software for high-throughput Starlink factories, and developing platforms to manage the world's largest satellite constellation. They also create public-facing systems for customers to join the Starlink network globally.

As an Application Software Engineer, you will:

• Develop highly reliable software solutions used across SpaceX
• Create new applications that improve SpaceX operations
• Build prototypes to prove key design concepts and quantify technical constraints
• Own all aspects of software engineering and product development
• Deep dive into users' problems to find and create efficient solutions
• Collaborate with the team on architecture, design, and code reviews

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or a scientific discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience building software
• Experience in full stack development
• Programming experience in Python, C#.NET, Go, Scala, Java, or similar object-oriented languages
• Experience building single page web applications
• Knowledge of version control, continuous integration, and continuous delivery concepts
• Expertise in designing software systems and profiling/improving application performance
• Experience with UNIX-like operating systems, build systems, and package management tools
• Knowledge of in-stream data processing, Docker, Kubernetes, and front-end frameworks like Angular or React
• Database experience with PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or similar technologies

This role offers a competitive salary range of $120,000 - $170,000 per year, depending on experience and level. Benefits include stock options, bonuses, comprehensive medical coverage, 401(k), paid parental leave, and 3 weeks of paid vacation.

Join SpaceX and contribute to their mission of enabling human life on Mars while working on cutting-edge software solutions that power space exploration and global internet connectivity.