Sr. Data Engineer, Ground Network Engineering (Business Analytics)
SpaceX· Starlink Ground Network Engineering
Redmond, WA$160k - $225kfull-timePosted 6mo ago
About the role
Senior data engineer responsible for building the framework to measure infrastructure KPIs, analyze ground network cost data, and drive cost optimization across Starlink ground infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Define and develop KPIs and associated metrics that quantify the cost of every asset of the Starlink Ground Network globally including gateway sites, points of presence, data centers, construction, fiber, power, land, hardware, etc.
- Conduct deep-dive analyses of Starlink ground infrastructure data to identify trends, uncover opportunities for improving cost.
- Regularly prepare reports and presentations that summarize findings, provide actionable insights, and track the effectiveness of implemented strategies.
- Build and maintain forecasting engines to predict cost of the Starlink Ground Network.
- Support cost analysis for launch of future markets.
- Refactor and scale data ingestion and delivery of cost systems for geographic expansion.
- Maintain and enhance the integrity and reliability of internal and external data sources. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders including engineering, and external processors to capture additional data and to ensure data accuracy and consistency.
- Collaborate closely with software engineering and other cross functional teams.
- Architect backend services, APIs, and workflows to integrate planning, forecasting, deployments, and cost.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or related field
- 5+ years of professional experience in reporting and analytics in network infrastructure.
- 3+ years of experience with SQL.
Skills
Required:KPIs and metrics developmentSQLData visualization / reporting
Benefits
- Base salary in the range of $160,000.00 – $225,000.00 per year
- Long-term incentives (stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards)
- Discretionary bonuses and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Medical, vision, and dental coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Short and long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- 3 weeks of paid vacation and 10+ paid holidays per year
- Paid sick time as per Washington state law
- Company shuttles from select Seattle locations to SpaceX Redmond office (Mon-Fri)
Last updated Aug 19, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
About SpaceX
defense-aero-and-safetysetter-30setter-30-2026-q1wing-list-2026wing-list-2026-giga-stage
More open roles at SpaceX
- Rigger (Critical Movement Team) - 2nd Shift4d agoHawthorne, CA · Vertical Barrel Integration
- Manager, MEP Engineering4d agoCollege Station, TX · Texas - Construction Projects
- Manager, Site Civil Engineering4d agoHybrid (College Station, TX) · Texas - Construction Projects
- Benefits Analyst (Workers Compensation)4d agoHawthorne, CA · Total Rewards
- Supply Chain Planner (Starship)4d agoStarbase, TX · Supply Chain - Launch and Infrastructure