SR. SITE RELIABILITY ENGINEER (STARSHIELD)

SpaceX develops technologies for space exploration with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
$160,000 - $220,000
Site Reliability
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
3+ years of experience
Space · Enterprise SaaS

Description For SR. SITE RELIABILITY ENGINEER (STARSHIELD)

SpaceX, a pioneering space technology company founded with the vision of making humanity a multi-planetary species, is seeking a Senior Site Reliability Engineer for their Starshield program. This role sits at the intersection of national security and cutting-edge space technology, leveraging SpaceX's Starlink technology for government applications.

The position requires a unique blend of technical expertise in site reliability engineering and security clearance, making it an exceptional opportunity for qualified candidates. As an SR SRE, you'll be responsible for developing and managing critical infrastructure that supports SpaceX's satellite programs, working with both on-premises and cloud resources.

The role offers an exciting chance to work on systems that are quite literally pushing the boundaries of space technology. You'll be part of a team that's building highly reliable in-space mesh networks and designing secure systems to guarantee access to space. While aerospace experience isn't required, the position demands strong technical skills in containerization, Linux systems, and automation.

What makes this role particularly appealing is the direct impact you'll have on SpaceX's mission to revolutionize space technology. You'll be working with cutting-edge technologies, managing production systems, and collaborating with talented engineers to create scalable and maintainable solutions. The compensation package is highly competitive, starting from $160,000 to $220,000, complemented by extensive benefits including equity, comprehensive healthcare, and various other perks.

The ideal candidate will bring fresh perspectives and innovative problem-solving approaches, regardless of their aerospace background. This is an opportunity to be part of a team that's not just developing software, but actively shaping the future of space exploration and national security infrastructure. The position requires an active Top Secret clearance and U.S. person status due to ITAR requirements, reflecting the critical nature of the work involved.

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Responsibilities For SR. SITE RELIABILITY ENGINEER (STARSHIELD)

  • Develop automation to deploy and manage compute resources both on-premises and in the cloud
  • Deploy and manage core infrastructure such as databases, monitoring and storage
  • Closely collaborate with software engineers to create highly scalable, operable and maintainable products
  • Engage in and improve the whole lifecycle of services -- from inception and design, through deployment, operation and refinement

Requirements For SR. SITE RELIABILITY ENGINEER (STARSHIELD)

Python
Linux
Kubernetes
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems/IT, or engineering discipline and 3+ years of professional experience with Linux operating systems; OR 5+ years of professional experience
  • Experience building and managing production systems leveraging containerization technologies
  • Experience in Bash, Python, and/or other scripting languages
  • Active Top Secret, Top Secret SCI, or DOE Level Q clearance
  • Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee due to ITAR requirements

Benefits For SR. SITE RELIABILITY ENGINEER (STARSHIELD)

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
Parental Leave
  • Company stock and stock options
  • Long-term cash awards
  • Potential discretionary bonuses
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • 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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