Software Engineer (Starlink Ground Network)

At SpaceX we’re leveraging our experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing, and the software that brings it all together. We’ve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink’s potential global impact and are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink’s utility for communities and businesses around the globe.

Building a network with the ambition of Starlink requires the best minds in the networking and network software industry. As an engineer focused on Starlink’s ground network infrastructure, you will have a direct impact on scaling deployment, provisioning, and operations through robust network automation. Starlink will provide plenty of areas for you to own and improve key features for the program.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop highly reliable and available software systems for our low latency, high-capacity satellite-based global Internet service provider network.
• Design and implement highly available, fault-tolerant network that operates for long periods of time with minimal maintenance at scale.
• Participate in architecture, design, and code reviews.
• Develop prototypes to prove out key design concepts and quantify technical constraints.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, math, or science discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree.
• Development experience in C, C++, or python.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in C/C++ for high performance systems.
• Experience with distributed systems or large-scale consumer Internet services.
• Developed, debugged and deployed software that has been used in real world applications/projects.
• Networking knowledge of Routing and MPLS Protocols, including BGP, ISIS, and Segment Routing.
• Strong networking knowledge of TCP/IP.
• Experience with modern networking protocols, their application and traffic types: TCP/IPv4/IPv6, voice, video, broadcast, streaming, etc.
• 2+ years of experience with Linux systems engineering and administration.
• Thorough knowledge of systems, software development, networks, electronics, math and physics.
• Creative approach to problem solving, exceptional analytical skills and engineering fundamentals.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

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

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.