Satellite Systems Software Engineer (Starlink)

SpaceX(5 days ago)

Redmond, WAOnsiteFull TimeJunior$122,500 - $170,000Engineering

About this role

A Satellite Systems Software Engineer on Starlink builds and maintains software that operates and manages a large low-Earth-orbit satellite constellation. The role involves developing both flight software that runs on satellites and distributed ground systems that command, control, monitor, and manage the fleet. Engineers own the full software lifecycle from design through testing and deployment.

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Required Skills

Python
C++
Linux
Distributed Systems
Containerization
Docker
Kubernetes
Continuous Integration
Version Control
PostgreSQL

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Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree
ITAR Eligibility (US Citizen/Perm. Resident/Asylee/Refugee)

About SpaceX

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SpaceX is an aerospace manufacturer and launch services company that designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. Founded in 2002 to revolutionize space technology and ultimately enable human life on other planets, it developed the Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy rockets, the Dragon crew/cargo spacecraft, and the next‑generation Starship — with a strong emphasis on reusable boosters. SpaceX provides commercial and government launch services (including crewed ISS missions, satellite deployments and rideshares) and operates the Starlink broadband constellation. The company is known for rapid iterative development and cost‑reduction through reuse to expand access to space.