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

SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER (STARSHIP QUALITY)   

Our software team is part of the Starship Quality organization, which is responsible for guiding and implementing the Starship program’s quality standards as it matures from a research & development program to a world-class human space flight program. 

Our small, focused software team is responsible for aligning emerging and legacy ERP software to enforce increased standards of safety and reliability in the Starship program. Scope includes developing new software and data reporting solutions that drive the implementation of improved quality processes throughout the build and launch of Starship vehicles. We work closely with Build and Flight Reliability Engineers to identify critical project scope and fully own software design, implementation, and validation. 

Aerospace experience is not required to be successful here - we look for smart, motivated, respectful, collaborative engineers who love solving problems and want to make an impact on an inspiring mission. You will have full ownership of challenging problems, working with a team of enthusiastic engineers with diverse perspectives to design and produce solutions that enable SpaceX to move towards our goals at a rapid pace. The success of the missions at SpaceX depends on the software that you and your team produce. We are looking for engineers who treat fellow teammates with fairness, respect, and support. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Significantly contributes to software design for projects across the team, driving towards well-architected and performant solutions that seek to minimize complexity.
• Translates ambiguous and broadly scoped problem statements into clearly defined software deliverables. Implements deliverables efficiently and reliably
• Builds expertise in SpaceX’s Quality Processes supported by the team’s software and advocates for improvements to reduce escapes and operate more effectively.
• Routinely technically trains and supports peers on team, influences team-wide direction.
• Owns all aspects of software engineering and product development. 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or a science discipline and 4+ years of professional experience in software development; or 6+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 3+ years programming experience in C#.NET, Java, python, or similar language 
• 3+ years of rigorous experience building full stack applications
• Production experience with Docker and Kubernetes
• Front-end experience in Angular, React, or similar JavaScript framework
• Database experience with PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or similar database technologies
• Experience working with in-stream data processing using Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ, ActiveMQ, or similar technologies
• Deep understanding of testing, continuous integration, build, deployment & monitoring
• Expertise in profiling and improving application performance 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• You may be asked to work extended hours/weekends dependent on launch cadence 

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.