Join SpaceX as a Software Engineer to develop and test software for the Starship spacecraft and Super Heavy rocket.
Posted by employer 4 months ago
First seen on Joblaze 4 months ago
Last verified on the company career page 8 hours ago
Requirements
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Visa
- Sponsorship available
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, work arrangement.
Joblaze summary
In the role of Software Engineer for Flight Software at SpaceX, the individual will focus on designing, developing, and testing software that controls and simulates flight systems for the Starship spacecraft. Proficiency in programming languages like C++ or Rust, along with experience in real-time embedded systems, is essential for success in this position. This role is ideal for motivated engineers who thrive in collaborative environments and are eager to contribute to groundbreaking aerospace projects. SpaceX emphasizes high standards in software engineering, making it a dynamic workplace for those passionate about innovation.
Joblaze insights
- Listed about 4 months ago — first seen on Joblaze May 23, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page October 9, 2026.
- This exact title is also open at 1 other location at SpaceX: Hawthorne, CA.
- C++ appears in 7.1% of 3087 comparable mid other roles in United States; Rust appears in 1.2% of 3087 comparable mid other roles in United States.
Quick facts
- How much experience is required?
- At least 2 years of relevant experience for this Software Engineer, Flight Software (Starship) role.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: C++, Rust.
- 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 Software (Starship) 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 SOFTWARE (STARSHIP)
SpaceX's Starship spacecraft and Super Heavy rocket (collectively referred to as Starship) represent a fully reusable transportation system designed to carry both crew and cargo to Earth orbit, the Moon, Mars and beyond. Starship will be the world's most powerful launch vehicle ever developed, with the ability to carry in excess of 100 metric tons to Earth orbit.
As a Software Engineer on the Starship software team, you will design, develop, and test software that is used to both control and simulate SpaceX flight systems. You will engage with other SpaceX software and hardware engineers to implement and debug software at all layers of our stack – application, operating system, networking, firmware, simulation – to achieve the mission.
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:
- Develop highly reliable autonomous software systems and the simulations required to validate them
- Own all aspects of software development, including design, testing, and integration to the mission
- Work with counterpart engineering teams to develop and maintain launch and vehicle software, crossing all required software domains necessary to implement and verify control of the pad, ship, and booster to meet mission objectives
- Follow and maintain high software standards and software engineering best practices within Starship Software
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering or other engineering discipline; OR 2+ years of professional software development experience in lieu of a degree
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Proven skills and knowledge of C++, Rust, or other systems programming language
- Experience building or working with real-time embedded systems or distributed computing systems
- Strong focus and interest in designing, architecting, and implementing excellent, bug-free software
- Basic knowledge of electronics, controls, fluid systems, motor design, or physical mechanics
- Strong critical thinking and first-principles problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Able to work effectively in a dynamic environment while assuming high levels of responsibility and demonstrating accountability for software outcomes
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Willing to work long hours and weekends as needed
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
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