Join SpaceX as a Full Stack Software Engineer to develop software solutions for advanced manufacturing in the machine shop.
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Skills & Technologies
What you'll build
- Develop highly reliable software solutions
- Own all aspects of software development
- Rapidly create new applications
- Deep dive into users’ problems
- Collaborate on architecture and design
Must have
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field
- Experience in full stack development
Nice to have
- Developed, debugged, and deployed software
- Excellent communication skills
- Thorough knowledge of computer architecture
- Knowledge of AI tools
- Creative approach to problem solving
- Programming experience in multiple languages
Practical constraints
- U.S. citizenship or permanent residency required
AI in the day-to-day
Knowledge of AI tools and how to best solve problems using AI solutions.
Requirements
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Visa
- No sponsorship (stated in posting)
Benefits
Joblaze summary
In this role, the Full Stack Software Engineer will focus on developing software solutions that enhance the efficiency of SpaceX's machine shop operations for Starship production. Key skills include full stack development, proficiency in languages like Python and JavaScript, and experience with web technologies and containerization tools. This position is suitable for individuals with a background in computer science or engineering, as well as those with practical software development experience. The team is dedicated to advancing manufacturing capabilities to support ambitious space exploration goals.
Joblaze insights
- Listed yesterday — first seen on Joblaze September 24, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page September 24, 2026.
- Salary band is below the typical range for Fullstack roles (median ~$165,000).
- Starts above 12% of 74 comparable mid fullstack roles in United States that list React we track (median $135,000 across 41 companies). See React salary trends
- React appears in 82.8% of 174 comparable mid fullstack roles in United States; Unix appears in 0.6% of 174 comparable mid fullstack roles in United States.
Quick facts
- Is the Full Stack Software Engineer (Components) role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Hawthorne, CA, United States.
- What's the salary range?
- SpaceX lists $125,000–$160,000 for this role.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 2 years of relevant experience for this Full Stack Software Engineer (Components) role.
- Where is the role based?
- SpaceX is hiring for this position in Hawthorne, CA, United States.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: .NET, Angular, Ansible, C++, Docker, Java.
- What seniority level is this role?
- SpaceX targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Full Stack Software Engineer (Components) role at SpaceX.
From the original posting
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
FULL STACK SOFTWARE ENGINEER (COMPONENTS)
The Components Engineering Team develops the world’s best flight hardware and fabricates it at an in-house machine shop for Starship. The team is making a next generation machine shop with advanced software and automation, an alien dreadnought machine that builds the machine. As a software engineer, you will design novel software solutions such as web applications for efficient factory operation, algorithms and AI to automatically create CNC programs, control and deployment of CNC machines, and much more. These improvements will enable rapid Starship production rates of 100+ per year as well as a quick development cycle, which are critical for SpaceX’s Moon and Mars missions. Previous manufacturing experience is not necessary, just the desire to make high-quality software to rapidly build Starships.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop highly reliable software solutions that are used across many SpaceX teams
- Own all aspects of software development, including design, testing, and deployment
- Rapidly create new applications that improve the production cycle time in the machine shop and the time to go from CAD to part in hand
- Deep dive into your users’ problems to find and create efficient solutions
- Bring your voice to the table in team collaborations on architecture, design, and code reviews
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, physics or other engineering discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience building software in lieu of a degree
- Experience in full stack development
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Developed, debugged, and deployed software that has been used in real world applications and projects
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Thorough knowledge of computer architecture and networks
- Knowledge of AI tools and how to best solve problems using AI solutions
- Creative approach to problem solving, exceptional analytical skills and engineering fundamentals
- Programming experience in Python, JavaScript, C#, .NET, Java, or similar object-oriented language
- Front-end experience in Angular, React, or similar JavaScript framework
- Experience with web-technologies such as nginx, haproxy, redis
- Experience with build systems like Make and package management tools such as pip, npm, nuget
- Experience with UNIX-like operating systems and tools like Terraform, Ansible, Puppet for managing them
- Production experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or other container and deployment tools
- Database experience with PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or similar database technologies
Pay Range:
Level 1: $125,000.00 - $160,000.00
Level 2: $145,000.00 - $195,000.00
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
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