Sr. Application Software Engineer

SpaceX, a pioneering space exploration company, is seeking a Senior Application Software Engineer to join their mission of enabling human life on Mars. As part of the application software team, you'll be at the heart of SpaceX's operations, developing mission-critical applications that accelerate launch vehicle production and support the growing Starlink network. The role involves creating systems for Starship's rapid build and reuse, as well as designing next-generation manufacturing software for Starlink factories.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work on diverse projects, from managing the world's largest satellite constellation to developing public-facing systems for Starlink's global customer base. You'll collaborate with engineers across the company on crewed launches, Starship flights, and Starlink network improvements. While aerospace experience isn't required, the ideal candidate should be smart, motivated, and passionate about problem-solving.

You'll have full ownership of challenging problems and work with a diverse team of enthusiastic engineers. The role offers competitive compensation ($160,000-$220,000) plus extensive benefits including equity, comprehensive healthcare, and 401(k). This is a unique opportunity to make a direct impact on humanity's space exploration future while working with cutting-edge technologies like Python, Go, Java, and Kubernetes.

The position requires strong technical expertise in software development, with at least 5 years of experience or equivalent. You'll need proficiency in object-oriented programming, web applications, and system design. Due to ITAR requirements, candidates must be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, refugees, or asylees.