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Software Engineer, Low Latency Computing (Starlink)

SpaceX· Starlink Network Engineering
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Redmond, WA$125k - $175kFull-timePosted 4mo ago

About the role

Software Engineer role on the Starlink program focused on beam planning and network software for SpaceX's low-latency, high-bandwidth satellite Internet system.

Responsibilities

  • Develop highly reliable, real-time software that determines which beams should be formed to provide the best possible user experience for a low-latency satellite network.
  • Participate in and lead architecture, design, and code reviews.
  • Develop prototypes and manage experiments to prove out key design concepts.
  • Develop tools for software development and deployment, data analysis and visualization, and test execution across multiple environments, including virtualized hardware environments, real hardware-in-the-loop simulations, and on-orbit testing.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, math, or science discipline; OR 2+ years of professional software development experience (internship experience applicable).
  • Development experience in assembly, C, or C++.

Skills

Required:Real-time software developmentC/C++/assembly
Nice to have:Architecture, design, and code reviewsPrototyping and experimentationTools for development, deployment, data analysis and visualizationDistributed systems and internet services

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid time off (vacation and holidays)
  • Employee stock purchase plan and potential bonuses
  • Company discounts and other perks
  • Shuttle service from Seattle-area locations to SpaceX Redmond office (M-F)
  • Paid sick time in Washington state compliance
Last updated Sep 30, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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