Join SpaceX as a Software Engineer to develop mission-critical applications for launch vehicle production and flight reliability.
Posted by employer 1 week ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 week ago
Last verified on the company career page 24 minutes ago
Skills & Technologies
AI in the day-to-day
Experience designing and deploying agentic AI systems, including LLM prompting, context retrieval, evaluation, and monitoring.
Requirements
- Experience
- 1+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Visa
- Sponsorship available
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation.
Joblaze summary
In the role of Software Engineer focused on Flight Reliability at SpaceX, the individual will develop and maintain critical software applications that enhance launch vehicle production and operational efficiency. Proficiency in full stack development, particularly with languages like Python and Java, along with experience in building web applications, is essential. This position is suited for engineers with a solid background in software design and a passion for tackling complex challenges. The team is dedicated to maintaining SpaceX's impressive launch record while pushing the boundaries of space exploration.
Joblaze insights
- Listed 8 days ago on Joblaze — tracked directly from SpaceX's career page.
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Quick facts
- Is the Software Engineer (Flight Reliability) role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Starbase, TX.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 1 year of relevant experience for this Software Engineer (Flight Reliability) role.
- Where is the role based?
- SpaceX is hiring for this position in Starbase, TX.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: Angular, C#.NET, Docker, Go, Java, PostgreSQL.
- Does SpaceX sponsor work visas for this role?
- Yes — the posting indicates visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate.
- What seniority level is this role?
- SpaceX targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Software Engineer (Flight Reliability) 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 (FLIGHT RELIABILITY)
The Flight Reliability software team creates mission critical applications that are used throughout SpaceX to accelerate launch vehicle production and flight as well as systems that allow Starlink to grow into a worldwide fast, reliable Internet service. We are looking for engineers to help SpaceX maintain its incredible launch record. You will have full ownership of challenging problems, working with a team of enthusiastic engineers with diverse perspectives to design and produce solutions that enable SpaceX to move towards our goals at a rapid pace. The success of the missions at SpaceX depends on the software that you and your team produce.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop highly reliable software solutions that are used across SpaceX.
- Create new applications that improve how SpaceX operates.
- Build prototypes to prove out key design concepts and quantify technical constraints.
- Own all aspects of software engineering and product development.
- 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, engineering, math, or scientific discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience building software in lieu of a degree.
- 1+ years of experience in full stack development.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Programming experience in Python, C#.NET, Go, Scala, Java, or similar object-oriented language.
- 1+ years of rigorous experience building single page web applications.
- Experience with version control, continuous integration, and continuous delivery concepts.
- Expertise in designing software systems.
- Expertise in profiling and improving application performance.
- Experience designing and deploying agentic AI systems, including LLM prompting, context retrieval, evaluation, and monitoring.
- Production experience with Docker.
- Front-end experience in Angular, React, or similar JavaScript framework.
- Database experience with PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or similar database technologies.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- You may be asked to work extended hours/weekends dependent on launch cadence.
- This role requires you to be onsite. Remote and/or hybrid work will not be considered.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.