Software Engineer (Falcon)

As a Software Engineer on the Falcon team, you will develop, analyze, and verify the mission-critical software configurations that fly our rockets. You will partner cross-functionally to ensure the software is configured to each mission's specifications and needs. You will be responsible for ensuring the vehicle behaves as expected and troubleshoot flight software when necessary. You will have a direct impact on our ability to launch rockets frequently, safely, and reliably.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, execute, and analyze the software configuration and state machines for the software systems that fly our rockets
• Invent new tools that enable more frequent and reliable software deployment, automated data review, and automated configuration verification
• Analyze test results and bugs that require in-depth investigations
• Hands-on integration and troubleshooting of flight hardware/software systems
• Occasional travel to launch sites and customer sites for testing and/or operations
• Support launch operations by sitting on console in mission control

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or science discipline OR 2+ years of experience in software development
• Development experience with a programming language, such as Python, Perl, Ruby, MATLAB, C/C++

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with electronics, controls, motor design, and physical mechanics
• Fluency in Linux, including bash shell scripting and network troubleshooting
• Experience building or working with real-time embedded systems
• Experience with software documentation, creating system diagrams, and enumerating software requirements, and state machines

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be available to work extended hours and weekends when needed to meet critical deadlines

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 & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.