Sr. Application Software Engineer

SpaceX develops technologies to enable human life on Mars and provides worldwide fast, reliable Internet service through Starlink.
Hawthorne, CA, USA
$160,000 - $220,000
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Space · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Sr. Application Software Engineer

SpaceX is seeking a Senior Application Software Engineer to join their mission-critical software team that serves as the central nervous system of the company. This role focuses on developing applications that accelerate launch vehicle production and enable Starlink's global internet service expansion. The position offers an opportunity to work on diverse projects, from systems supporting Starship development to manufacturing software for high-throughput Starlink factories.

The ideal candidate will join a collaborative team environment where they'll have full ownership of challenging problems and create solutions that directly impact SpaceX's ambitious space exploration goals. While aerospace experience isn't required, the role demands smart, motivated engineers who excel at problem-solving and want to contribute to humanity's space exploration future.

Working at SpaceX means being part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of space technology. You'll develop software that manages the world's largest satellite constellation and supports critical operations from crewed launches to Starship flights. The compensation package includes competitive base salary, equity opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work on technology that's literally reaching for the stars.

The role requires strong technical expertise in software development, particularly with modern programming languages and web applications. You'll be working in a fast-paced environment where your code directly influences mission success. This position offers the unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on humanity's space exploration capabilities while working with cutting-edge technology and passionate engineers.

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Responsibilities For Sr. Application Software Engineer

  • Develop highly reliable software solutions that are used across SpaceX
  • Create new applications that improve how SpaceX operates
  • Build prototypes to prove out key design concepts and quantify technical constraints
  • Own all aspects of software engineering and product development
  • Deep dive into your users' problems to find and create efficient solutions
  • Bring your voice to the table in team collaborations on architecture, design, and code reviews

Requirements For Sr. Application Software Engineer

Python
Go
Java
Scala
Kubernetes
React
PostgreSQL
Kafka
RabbitMQ
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or engineering discipline AND 5+ years of experience in software development; OR 7+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of degree
  • Programming experience in Python, C#.NET, Go, Scala, Java, or similar object-oriented language
  • 4+ years of rigorous experience building single page web applications
  • Experience with version control, continuous integration, and continuous delivery concepts
  • Expertise in designing software systems
  • Deep understanding of testing, continuous integration, build, deployment & monitoring
  • Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee due to ITAR requirements

Benefits For Sr. Application Software Engineer

401k
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Equity
Parental Leave
  • Medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Stock options and ESPP
  • Short & long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • 3 weeks paid vacation
  • 10+ paid holidays per year
  • 5 days sick leave per year

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