Software Engineer, Customer Hardware (Starlink)

SpaceX(1 month ago)

Hawthorne, CAOnsiteFull TimeMedior$120,000 - $170,000Engineering

About this role

A Software Engineer on the Starlink program develops and maintains software for customer hardware deployed to millions of devices worldwide, contributing to the complete software lifecycle from design through deployment and support. The role focuses on improving user experience, building scalable telemetry systems, and ensuring reliability and security of embedded systems used in the Starlink constellation. Engineers collaborate across teams to prototype, test, and deliver robust consumer devices and deployment infrastructure.

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Required Skills

C
C++
Python
Golang
Linux
ARM
RISC-V
Embedded Software
Telemetry
Networking

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Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, or STEM
U.S. Work Authorization (ITAR Eligible)

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.