SpaceX is seeking a Full Stack Software Engineer to join their Build Reliability team, focusing on developing software solutions that ensure their vehicles can be built and flown reliably. This role is crucial in streamlining quality control processes, simplifying new product introduction, ensuring product traceability, and optimizing rocket and spacecraft reusability.
The position offers an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of space technology, where you'll be responsible for the complete life-cycle of the software you create, including development, testing, and support. The ideal candidate is a self-starter and team player who can quickly adapt to new challenges and deliver reliable solutions.
As part of the Build Reliability team, you'll work directly with other SpaceX engineers to understand mission requirements and develop software solutions that turn these requirements into reality. The role requires expertise in full-stack development, with particular emphasis on technologies like Python, PostgreSQL, TypeScript, and various web technologies.
The compensation package is competitive, ranging from $120,000 to $170,000 based on experience level, with additional benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, 401(k), stock options, and paid time off. The position is based in Hawthorne, CA, and may require up to 10% travel.
What makes this role unique is the direct impact you'll have on SpaceX's mission to enable human life on Mars. While aerospace experience isn't required, the position offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology that's literally pushing the boundaries of human exploration. You'll be part of a team that values technical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement, working on software solutions that directly contribute to the reliability and success of SpaceX's rockets and spacecraft.