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Software Engineer, C++ (Dragon)

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$145K - $175K/yr

Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SOFTWARE ENGINEER, C++ (DRAGON) As a software engineer on the Dragon ...

SpaceX

Software Engineer, C++ (Simulations)

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$145K - $175K/yr

Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SOFTWARE ENGINEER, C++ (SIMULATIONS) As a Software Engineer on the ...

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Software Engineer, C++ (Raptor)

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$140K - $170K/yr

Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SOFTWARE ENGINEER, C++ (RAPTOR) We are looking for exceptional C ...

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Software Engineer, C++ (Starlink)

Redmond, WA · On-site

$145K - $175K/yr

Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SOFTWARE ENGINEER, C++ (STARLINK) At SpaceX we're leveraging our ...

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Software Engineer, C++ (Starlink)

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$155K - $185K/yr

Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SOFTWARE ENGINEER, C++ (STARLINK) At SpaceX we're leveraging our ...

SpaceX

Software Engineer, C++ (Starlink)

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$155K - $185K/yr

Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SOFTWARE ENGINEER, C++ (STARLINK) At SpaceX we're leveraging our ...

SpaceX

Software Engineer, C++ (Dragon)

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$145K - $175K/yr

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is ... SOFTWARE ENGINEER, C++ (DRAGON) As a software engineer on the Dragon team, you will develop ...

SpaceX

Software Engineer, C++ (Starlink)

Redmond, WA · On-site

$145K - $175K/yr

Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SOFTWARE ENGINEER, C++ (STARLINK) At SpaceX we're leveraging our ...

SpaceX

Software Engineer, C++ (Starlink)

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

SpaceX is a pioneering company focused on enabling human life on Mars through advanced technologies. They are seeking a Software Engineer specializing in C++ for the Starlink program, where the ...

SpaceX

Software Engineer, C++ (Starlink)

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

SpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars, and they are seeking a ... Software Engineer to work on the Starlink program. The role involves developing reliable, real-time ...

SpaceX

Software Engineer, C++ (Starlink)

Redmond, WA

$145K - $175K/yr

SOFTWARE ENGINEER, C++ (STARLINK) 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 ...

SpaceX

Sr. Software Engineer, C++ (Dragon)

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$165K - $230K/yr

Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SR. SOFTWARE ENGINEER, C++ (DRAGON) As a Sr. Software Engineer on ...

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Software Engineer

Mcgregor, TX · On-site

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is ... Proven skills and knowledge with C++, Python, or other text-based programming languages * Proven ...

SpaceX

Software Engineer, C++ (Simulations)

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$145K - $175K/yr

Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SOFTWARE ENGINEER, C++ (SIMULATIONS) As a Software Engineer on the ...

SpaceX

Software Engineer, C++ (Starlink)

Sunnyvale, CA

$155K - $185K/yr

SOFTWARE ENGINEER, C++ (STARLINK) 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 ...

SpaceX

Sr. Software Engineer, C++ (Dragon)

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$165K - $230K/yr

Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SR. SOFTWARE ENGINEER, C++ (DRAGON) As a Sr. Software Engineer on ...

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Do workers at SpaceX get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
80% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 79 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Does SpaceX pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
77% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 84 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

At SpaceX, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
82% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 85 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Is the health insurance from SpaceX affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
100% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 85 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get paid time off at SpaceX?

Most people get paid time off work.
97% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 89 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 67% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 8% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 3% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 22% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do workers at SpaceX worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
98% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 45 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do SpaceX workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
50% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

How easy is it for SpaceX workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
52% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 50 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at SpaceX?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
90% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 81 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do SpaceX managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
78% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do jobs at SpaceX spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
11% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at SpaceX?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
97% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 86 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Is a SpaceX job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
81% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Is working at SpaceX good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
51% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at SpaceX feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
84% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 83 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at SpaceX get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
84% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 83 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Is it stressful to work at SpaceX?

Some people feel stressed out here.
65% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 82 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at SpaceX enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
93% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 76 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at SpaceX recommend working with their team?

Most people recommend working with their team.
70% of people report that they would recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 91 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at SpaceX?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
34% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 85 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get support to advance at SpaceX?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 80% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 85 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people think SpaceX’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Some people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
64% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 74 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how SpaceX is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
86% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 87 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
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Software Engineer, C++ (Dragon)

Software Engineer, C++ (Dragon)

SpaceX

Hawthorne, CA • On-site

$145K - $175K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

SpaceX rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 146 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7th of 61 rated aerospace companies

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally 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.
SOFTWARE ENGINEER, C++ (DRAGON)
As a software engineer on the Dragon team, you will develop, analyze and verify the mission critical software configurations that fly our Dragon Crewed and Cargo vehicles. You will partner cross-functionally to ensure 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 and fly vehicles frequently, safely and reliably.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Develop, execute, and analyze the code and configuration for the software systems that fly our vehicles
  • 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
  • Troubleshoot flight hardware/software systems with interdisciplinary engineering teams
  • Plan and execute vehicle testing milestones
  • Support mission operations as a flight software specialist
  • Roll out new software changes to the vehicle fleet
  • Occasional travel to launch sites and customer sites for testing and/or operations

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or science discipline OR 2+ years of experience in software development in lieu of degree
  • 1+ years of software development experience in C/C++

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Basic knowledge of electronics, controls, motor design, and physical mechanics
  • Fluency in Linux, including:
    • Bash shell scripting
    • Network troubleshooting
  • Experience building or working with real-time embedded systems
  • Experience with software documentation, creating system diagrams, and enumerating software requirements
  • Experience with software testing
  • Knowledge of state machines

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range:
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 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 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. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.
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. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

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