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Satellite On-Orbit Operations Software Engineer (Starlink)

SpaceX· Starlink Constellation Engineering
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Redmond, WA$105k - $175kfull-timePosted 2mo ago

About the role

Engineer role focused on developing software and tooling to scale operations for Starlink satellites, integrating software with hardware across on-orbit and ground systems, enabling fault detection, real-time response, and high-reliability operations for a large LEO constellation.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and rapidly deploy software (to satellites and ground systems) that automates fault detection, response, and operational workflows
  • Build and improve ground software systems that manage vehicle state, streamline commanding, support deorbits, and enable real-time anomaly triage
  • Develop operational processes, strategies, and automation for new hardware versions, new satellite capabilities, and evolving performance targets
  • Detect and triage emerging anomalies on satellite bus and payload hardware and command orbital assets in a rotating on-call schedule
  • Collaborate closely with engineers from adjacent disciplines (mechanical, thermal, electrical, GNC, network, test) to deliver high-performance, high-reliability connectivity
  • Challenge assumptions and work to find simple solutions to complex problems

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, robotics, physics, or other STEM discipline
  • 1+ years of professional software development experience (Python and/or C++ strongly preferred; experience with SQL, bash, or similar also valuable)
  • Experience building software that interacts with hardware (e.g., robotics, embedded systems, control systems, test automation)

Skills

Required:Python
Nice to have:C++SQL

Benefits

  • long-term incentives in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards
  • potential 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
  • paid vacation (3 weeks)
  • 10+ paid holidays per year
  • paid sick time in Washington State
  • company shuttles from select Seattle locations to SpaceX Redmond office (Mon-Fri)
Last updated Aug 19, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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