Senior Integration Developer Jobs in Edmonds, WA

Redmond, WA

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is exploring the stars is 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.

As a member of the Starlink Mobile team, this position will play a critical role in integrating, testing and evaluating the functional performance, reliability and robustness of a complex satellite communication network. You will integrate the communication system components on satellite and ground stations. You will explore, assess, track, and report performance status to project leaders. You will implement tools to conduct, track and improve testing processes and effectiveness. You will ensure that satellites and ground networks provide the best possible communications system performance, successful network integration with mobile operators while also ensuring compliance with our operating licenses.

• Define LTE EPC (Evolved Packet Core) Product requirements, identify new product features and develop core network integration plans for communication into carrier‑grade network architecture
• Identify technology trades and create product roadmaps for cellular core products globally (e.g. emergency, public warning systems and roaming services)
• Technical partnership program management with international mobile network operators (to scale to 10x what we have today), including deep technical discussions and supporting core network integrations
• Create and own documentation of cellular core network design, integration and performance metrics for international expansion strategy for direct to handset such as IMS and EPC products, 3GPP feature and interface support, regulatory

• Bachelor’s degree in an STEM discipline
• 5+ years of hands‑on integration of cellular core networks (EPC, 5GC, and IMS)
• 2+ years of experience in 4G, LTE, or 5G network delivery, automation, design or deployment
• Experience with application/transport network interfaces and protocols (e.g. diameter, SCTP, GTP, s1/5/6a/8, NAS, Gx/Rx, etc.)

• Master’s degree in an engineering discipline
• Experience with strategic technology decision making and designing state‑of‑the‑art telecommunication core networking infrastructure and feature roadmaps with an operator or vendor setting
• Knowledge of satellite and wireless communication theory
• Ability to handle C‑Level technical discussions and presentations
• 5+ years of experience integrating and/or testing cellular 3G/4G/5G, WiFi, or similar protocol stacks
• Experience with Linux and Linux tools for automation
• Familiar with lab test equipment such as network analyzers, packet load modules, and network emulators
• Demonstrable experience in script development for test automation
• Demonstrable experience in creating test plans and setting up test beds
• Experience with Atlassian tool suite - JIRA, Stash, Bamboo
• Familiar with version control tool Git/Gerrit, SVN
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently

• Willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
• Willing and able to spend extended periods at partner sites

Pay Range:

Level 3: $165,000.00 - $230,000.00

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 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‑term 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 in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. Company shuttles are offered to employees for round‑trip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

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