Sr. Software Engineer, Flight Software (Starship)

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Develop reliable autonomous software and simulations for validation.
• Own software development, including design, testing, and mission integration.
• Develop and maintain launch and vehicle software across relevant software domains.
• Implement and verify control of the pad, ship, and booster against mission objectives.
• Define and lead projects and improve Starship Software engineering standards.

Basic qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, or science and 4+ years of software development experience; or 6+ years of professional experience in lieu of a degree.
• 4+ years of experience with C++, Python, or Rust.

Preferred skills and experience

• Systems programming language experience, including C++, Rust, or similar.
• Experience with real-time embedded or distributed computing systems and fault-tolerant software.
• Debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing skills.
• Knowledge of computer architecture and networking.
• Basic knowledge of electronics, controls, fluid systems, motor design, or physical mechanics.
• Independent and collaborative work, initiative, and effective communication.

Schedule

• Must be willing to work long hours and weekends as needed.

Compensation and benefits

• Annual base salary range is $160,000-$225,000; actual level and pay depend on job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience.
• Potential rewards include long-term incentives, stock or cash awards, employee stock purchase plan, insurance coverage, retirement plan, paid leave, and other benefits.

Export-control eligibility

• Applicants must meet U.S. Government export-control eligibility requirements or be eligible to obtain required authorizations.

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