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Internship Network Programming Jobs in Seattle, WA

They are seeking a Network Engineer to operate, build, and deploy the Starshield service provider ... networks (internship/co-op experience qualifies) • Layer-1 experience (e.g., transport, DWDM ...

Network Engineer (Starshield)

Redmond, WA · On-site

$140K - $170K/yr

... networks (internship/co-op experience qualifies) * Layer-1 experience (e.g., transport, DWDM ... Network Engineer/Level I: $122,500.00 - $145,000.00/per year Network Engineer/Level II: $140,000.00 ...

... networks (internship/co-op experience qualifies) * Layer-1 experience (e.g., transport, DWDM ... Network Engineer/Level I: $122,500.00 - $145,000.00/per year Network Engineer/Level II: $140,000.00 ...

Network Engineer (Starshield)

Redmond, WA · On-site

$140K - $170K/yr

... networks (internship/co-op experience qualifies) * Layer-1 experience (e.g., transport, DWDM ... Network Engineer/Level I: $122,500.00 - $145,000.00/per year Network Engineer/Level II: $140,000.00 ...

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As of Jun 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship network programming in Seattle, WA is $19.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.39 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Network Engineer (Starshield)

SpaceX

Redmond, WA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago


SpaceX rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 144 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

13th of 60 rated aerospace companies


Job description

Job Summary:
SpaceX is a company focused on developing technologies for space exploration and enabling human life on Mars. They are seeking a Network Engineer to operate, build, and deploy the Starshield service provider network, which supports critical national security missions. The role involves managing network infrastructure, improving network performance, and collaborating with various engineering teams.
Responsibilities:
• Manage and expand network interconnections, network co-location sites and points of presence (POPs)
• Manage network infrastructure and deployments to Top Secret datacenters
• Improve network performance and reliability based upon system performance metrics, including capacity planning, failure detection and remediation
• Assist in capacity augmentation and network optimization deployments
• Lead network integration and troubleshooting efforts
• Collaborate with hardware, software, and network engineers to improve the Starshield network design
• Assist in updating system configuration and firmware
• Build automation for network devices, operational and deployment tools
Qualifications:
Required:
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or engineering discipline; OR 4+ years of professional networking experience deploying enterprise network solutions and/or cloud and web-scale networks in lieu of a degree
• 1+ year of networking experience deploying enterprise network solutions and/or cloud and web-scale networks (internship/co-op experience qualifies)
• Layer-1 experience (e.g., transport, DWDM, optical fiber, circuit troubleshooting, activations, etc.)
• Hands on experience with the deployment of networking hardware (routers, modems, switch, firewalls, etc..)
• This position requires successfully obtaining and maintaining a Top Secret Security Clearance as a condition of employment.
• Must be willing to travel domestically and globally in the future when needed
• Must be available for on-call rotations
• Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
Preferred:
• Master’s degree in a technical or engineering discipline
• Experience with physical troubleshooting of fiber & circuits
• Deep understanding of service provider networks including but not limited to: Connectivity (Ethernet, IPv4, IPv6 and MPLS), Routing (BGP, OSPF, IS-IS), Switching and routing, Internet services (subscriber provisioning, BRAS, DNS, DHCP, NTP)
• Experience implementing network security functions
• Cisco, Juniper, Arista or other industry certification
• Ability to work independently and in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret or Top Secret SCI clearance
Company:
SpaceX develops and operates rockets, satellite networks, and AI infrastructure including launch, connectivity, and cloud services. Founded in 2002, the company is headquartered in Hawthorne, USA, with a team of 1001-5000 employees. The company is currently Late Stage.

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