SpaceX, a pioneering space exploration company, is seeking a Site Reliability Engineer to join their Starshield program - the world's largest US government satellite constellation. This role combines cutting-edge space technology with modern infrastructure engineering, focusing on Kubernetes platform management and site reliability engineering. As part of the team, you'll be responsible for designing, operating, and scaling the infrastructure that powers critical intelligence and national security data delivery across the globe.
The position offers an exciting opportunity to work with SpaceX's innovative satellite technology while building and maintaining robust infrastructure systems. You'll be developing automation for on-premise Kubernetes clusters, managing core infrastructure components, and ensuring high system availability. The role requires expertise in Linux systems, containerization technologies, and infrastructure automation tools.
This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced SRE or DevOps engineer who wants to make a direct impact on space technology and national security. You'll work with cutting-edge technology while contributing to SpaceX's mission of making humanity a multi-planetary species. The position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work with some of the industry's best engineers.
The role comes with significant responsibility, as you'll be managing critical infrastructure that supports national security operations. You'll need to be detail-oriented, capable of handling complex systems, and able to work in a fast-paced environment. The position requires strong technical skills in Kubernetes, Python, Go, and Linux, combined with excellent problem-solving abilities and communication skills.
Working at SpaceX means being part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of what's possible in space technology. You'll have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that have real-world impact, while enjoying comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, stock options, and various other perks. This is a chance to be part of a company that's actively working to shape humanity's future in space.