Join SpaceX as a Software Engineer to develop high-performance software for rocket test operations at Starbase.
Posted by employer 2 days ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 day ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
Skills & Technologies
What you'll build
- Architect and develop software for data acquisition and control
- Collaborate with engineers to develop computing solutions
- Support active operations when software issues are encountered
- Own all aspects of software development
- Provide technical leadership and training
Must have
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or other science discipline
- 1+ years of experience in software development
Nice to have
- Experience with National Instruments hardware and software
- Proven skills with C++, Python, or other programming languages
- Experience in architecting and managing large distributed systems
- Strong communication and mentorship skills
- Experience with network communication
Practical constraints
- This is not a remote or hybrid position
- Must be available to work extended hours, weekends, and shifts
Requirements
- Experience
- 1+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Visa
- No sponsorship (stated in posting)
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation.
Joblaze summary
The software engineer at SpaceX's Test Software team is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software that supports test stand operations and data management. Proficiency in programming languages such as C++ and Python, along with experience in systems integration and debugging, is essential for this role. This position is suitable for engineers with at least one year of experience who are eager to collaborate in a fast-paced environment. The team emphasizes problem-solving and technical leadership, contributing directly to the company's ambitious aerospace goals.
Joblaze insights
- Listed yesterday — first seen on Joblaze September 20, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page September 20, 2026.
- This exact title is also open at 4 other locations at SpaceX: Cape Canaveral, FL, Bastrop, TX, Starbase, TX, McGregor, TX.
- Python appears in 9.7% of 465 comparable junior other roles in United States; Labview appears in 0.2% of 465 comparable junior other roles in United States.
Quick facts
- Is the Software Engineer role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Starbase, TX, United States.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 1 year of relevant experience for this Software Engineer role.
- Where is the role based?
- SpaceX is hiring for this position in Starbase, TX, United States.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: C++, Labview, National Instruments, Python.
- What seniority level is this role?
- SpaceX targets junior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Software Engineer 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.
SOFTWARE ENGINEER
We are looking for a software engineer to join our Test Software team at Starbase. This team designs, develops, tests, and maintains software used for test stand/launch infrastructure data acquisition and control, data post-processing, and other engineering software needs. The team works closely with test engineers, electrical engineers, other flight and ground software teams, and information technology to rapidly deploy high-performance software catering to unique test engineering requirements. This role is highly multi-disciplinary, will work in a variety of software languages, and will work closely with hardware. Your software will control rocket tests every day. Aerospace experience is not required to be successful here - rather, we look for smart, motivated, collaborative engineers who love solving problems and want to make an impact on a super-inspiring mission.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Architect and develop software and systems for
- Data acquisition and control for test stands
- Data storage and analysis
- Automation of engineering and business functions
- Collaborate with electrical engineers, test engineers, and IT to develop computing and network solutions for test stand data and control needs
- Support active operations when software issues are encountered
- Own all aspects of software development, including design, testing, and test stand integration
- Provide strong technical leadership, focus on continuous improvement, and training
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or other science discipline
- 1+ years of experience in software development (internship experience qualifies)
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Experience with National Instruments hardware (cDAQ, cRIO, PXI) and software (LabVIEW)
- Proven skills and knowledge with C++, Python, or other text-based programming languages
- Proven experience in architecting, managing, and integrating large distributed systems
- Strong communication/mentorship skills and experience in technical leadership
- Examples of working directly with customers to gather requirements
- Experience with network communication
- Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing
- Creative approach to problem solving
- Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements
- Ability to work independently and in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- This is not a remote or hybrid position and will require all work to be completed in the office
- Must be available to work extended hours, weekends, and shifts, which vary depending on site operational needs; flexibility required
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
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