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Software Engineer, Power Optimization (Starlink)

SpaceX· Starlink Constellation Engineering
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Redmond, WA$125k - $200kFull-timePosted 2mo ago

About the role

Software Engineer on the Power Optimization team responsible for high-performance, safety-critical software that makes billions of operational decisions per day for 10k+ Starlink satellites. Develop algorithms, physics models of satellite power and thermal behavior, and optimize payload utilization under energy and thermal constraints.

Responsibilities

  • Write highly reliable ground and vehicle software to control thousands of satellites in low Earth orbit.
  • Develop constellation optimization algorithms, working with engineers across many disciplines to understand satellite operational requirements and physical constraints.
  • Design future satellite constellations: define requirements and build simulations for rapid iteration on hardware and software trades.
  • Own the complete lifecycle of your code, including development, testing, verification, rollout, and monitoring.
  • Participate in code reviews for others, and maintain a high standard for code quality.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline OR 3+ years of experience in software development.
  • Proficiency in C/C++ or another systems programming language (e.g. Rust).

Skills

Required:Bachelor's degree or equivalent experienceC/C++ (or Rust)

Benefits

  • Long-term incentives in company stock or long-term cash awards
  • Discretionary bonuses
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid vacation and holidays (3 weeks vacation; 10+ paid holidays per year)
  • Paid sick time (Washington State compliant)
  • SpaceX shuttle access from select Seattle locations to Redmond office (Monday–Friday)
Last updated Jul 29, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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