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Starcloud

Software Engineer

Redmond, WA · On-site

$160K - $210K/yr

Software Engineer/Level I: $120,000 - $145,000 per year * Software Engineer/Level II: $140,000 - $170,000 per year * Senior Software Engineer: $160,000 - $210,000 per year * Potential for stock ...

SpaceX

Software Engineer (Starlink)

Redmond, WA · On-site

$145K - $175K/yr

To succeed in this role, you must be a technically excellent first-principles problem solver. You ... Software Engineer/Level I: $125,000.00 - $145,000.00/per year Software Engineer/Level II: $145,000 ...

Starcloud

Software Engineer

Redmond, WA · On-site

$160K - $210K/yr

Software Engineer/Level I: $120,000 - $145,000 per year * Software Engineer/Level II: $140,000 - $170,000 per year * Senior Software Engineer: $160,000 - $210,000 per year * Potential for stock ...

SpaceX

Software Engineer, C++ (Dragon)

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$145K - $175K/yr

Software Engineer/Level I: $125,000.00 - $150,000.00/per year Software Engineer/Level II: $145,000 ... 00 - $175,000.00/per year Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case ...

Starcloud

Software Engineer

Redmond, WA · On-site

$160K - $210K/yr

Software Engineer/Level I: $120,000 - $145,000 per year * Software Engineer/Level II: $140,000 - $170,000 per year * Senior Software Engineer: $160,000 - $210,000 per year * Potential for stock ...

SpaceX

Software Engineer, Backend (C/C++)

Hawthorne, CA · On-site +1

$145K - $175K/yr

Software Engineer/Level I: $125,000.00 - $150,000.00/per year Software Engineer/Level II: $145,000.00 - $175,000.00/per year Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case ...

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Software Engineer

Starcloud

Redmond, WA • On-site

$160K - $210K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Position Overview:

As a Software Engineer at Starcloud, you will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and deploying software systems that power our space-based data centers. You will own the complete software lifecycle, from development through testing and support, collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver groundbreaking solutions.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Software Development:
    • Develop highly reliable and available software systems for our low-latency, high-capacity data centers in orbit.
    • Design and implement fault-tolerant systems that operate at scale with minimal maintenance.
    • Write high-quality, efficient code for embedded systems and custom hardware, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
  • System Integration:
    • Seamlessly integrate software with hardware components, optimizing for high performance and reliability.
    • Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and other engineers to refine system performance and troubleshoot issues.
  • Testing and Validation:
    • Create and execute comprehensive test plans to validate software functionality in various environments, including simulations and on-orbit testing.
    • Utilize automated testing and continuous integration tools to maintain code quality and ensure robust software deployment.
  • Infrastructure and Tools:
    • Build and maintain robust infrastructure to support rapid development, testing, and deployment of software.
    • Develop tools for monitoring and analyzing system performance, ensuring continuous improvement and reliability.
Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, or a related field, or 2+ years of professional experience in software development.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, Python, or similar.
  • Experience with the full software development lifecycle, including design, coding, testing, and deployment.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
  • 3+ years of professional experience in software development, particularly in aerospace, space, or data processing industries.
  • Expertise in networking protocols (UDP, TCP/IP) and high-performance systems.
  • Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic, cross-functional environment.
Compensation and Benefits:

Starcloud offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

  • Software Engineer/Level I: $120,000 - $145,000 per year
  • Software Engineer/Level II: $140,000 - $170,000 per year
  • Senior Software Engineer: $160,000 - $210,000 per year
  • Potential for stock options, discretionary bonuses, and other long-term incentives.
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
  • Short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and paid parental leave.
  • Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave

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