Software Engineer, Test & Automation (Starlink Mobile)

SpaceX • Sunnyvale, CA • 1h ago

Sunnyvale, CA

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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, TEST & AUTOMATION (STARLINK MOBILE)

The Starlink Mobile network expand Starlink's vision by providing ubiquitous connectivity and seamless access to text, voice, and data for phones and devices across the globe. Our network leverages the infrastructure we've built for Starlink and provides cellular service through a constellation of hundreds of satellites.

As an engineer on this team, you will play a pivotal role in integrating hardware and software to design and build out the test infrastructure. This test infrastructure enables the continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) and validation of our radio access network (RAN) software prior to the deployment on the production satellite network. You will develop integration and interoperability test cases to ensure the next generation of cellular devices work seamlessly across the Starlink Mobile network.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop modular test software frameworks and integrate satellite hardware and test equipment for the development and verification of cellular software

Maintain and troubleshoot automation lab infrastructure and work with partner teams to resolve failures

Build tools and dashboards to provide insight into testbed and production network performance

Collaborate with developers on new 4G and 5G cellular features and create automated tests to verify functionality and performance

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline; OR 4+?years of professional experience in?software development in lieu of a degree

Experience with Linux

Experience in Python

Experience with VCS (Git)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Experience building, automating, and troubleshooting hardware in the loop (HIL/HITL) testbeds with equipment such as network devices, lab instrumentation, and mobile phones

Experience with configuration management, version control software, continuous integration, and agile development

Experience with Gitlab, Bazel, Docker, and Kubernetes

Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment that includes working with changing needs and requirements

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Willing to work extended hours and weekends when needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:

Software Engineer/Level I: $135,000.00 - $155,000.00/per year

Software Engineer/Level II: $155,000.00 - $185,000.00/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. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

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 ITARhere (https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtc\kb\article\page&sys\id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987) .

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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