Software Engineer, Test Engineering and Operations

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

SOFTWARE ENGINEER, TEST ENGINEERING AND OPERATIONS

This group is dedicated to enabling engineers to focus on hardware and process development by troubleshooting, maintaining, and creating software that facilitate and support checkout operations across the company.  This means eliminating recurring engineering and operational tasks, intelligently designing and implementing automated tests with supporting infrastructure, analyzing vehicle performance versus expected behavior, and expediting engineering deliverables to our production teams.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Create, Maintain, Streamline, and Troubleshoot analysis tools, enterprise applications, automated tests and miscellaneous software systems that facilitate and support checkout operations across the company
• Lead the design, development, review and implementation of new software projects
• Periodically review the performance, capabilities, and complexity of existing tools and processes and implement more efficient or more reliable approaches when sensible
• Implement interdisciplinary software solutions to optimize engineering time and eliminate recurring tasks, streamline workflows, and reduce risk for hazardous operations
• Develop sustainable, scalable, and secure software systems that follow an object-oriented paradigm
• Participate and provide meaningful feedback in architecture, design, and code reviews

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS :

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE :

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS :

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS :

Pay range :

Software Engineer / Level I : $120,000.00 - $145,000.00 / per year

Software Engineer / Level II : $140,000.00 - $170,000.00 / per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations : job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS :

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin / ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application / interview process should reach out to  EEOCompliance@spacex.com .