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Software Engineer, Test Engineering and Operations

SpaceX· Test Engineering and Operations
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Hawthorne, CA$125k - $145kFull-timePosted 1mo ago

About the role

Software Engineer role focused on Python/Linux to design, develop, and improve software that supports hardware checkout, test operations, and vehicle processing. Bridges between flight hardware and test/manufacturing operations with emphasis on data-driven, reliable systems and end-to-end ownership.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, maintain, streamline, and troubleshoot Python-based analysis tools, data pipelines, enterprise applications, automated tests, and software systems that support hardware checkout, test operations, and vehicle processing
  • Design, implement, and deploy reliable software that interface with physical systems and instrumentation (such as resistance temperature detectors, pressure transducers, and other sensors)
  • Design, develop, review, and deploy software using modern continuous integration and continuous delivery pipelines and Linux environments
  • Evaluate existing tools and processes and implement more efficient, scalable, and reliable approaches, including refactoring and automation
  • Create interdisciplinary software solutions that optimize engineering time, eliminate recurring tasks, streamline workflows, and reduce risk for hazardous operations
  • Develop sustainable, scalable, and secure software systems following object-oriented principles while rapidly learning and integrating new technologies as needed
  • Participate and provide meaningful feedback in architecture, design, and code reviews in a dynamic environment

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in an engineering, math, or scientific discipline OR 1+ years' professional experience coding in an object-oriented language (including internships, design/build/compete project teams)
  • Minimum of 1+ years of professional software development experience with Python

Skills

Required:PythonLinuxCommunication
Nice to have:Data wrangling and SQL/databasesCI/CDHardware/software interfacingDebugging and performance optimization

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Various discounts and perks
  • 3 weeks of paid vacation
  • 10+ paid holidays per year
  • Sick leave policy per company standards
  • Long-term incentives (stock/options) and potential discretionary bonuses
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Last updated Sep 16, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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