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Software Engineer (Starlink Enterprise)

Join SpaceX as a Software Engineer to build systems for Starlink's largest customers and enhance global internet connectivity.

Location
Palo Alto, CA
Compensation
$135k–$175k/yr
Level
mid
Type
full time

Posted by employer 4 days ago

First seen on Joblaze 3 days ago

Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago

What you'll build

  • Engineer well-architected software for Starlink customers
  • Build frontends for modern browsers
  • Design and maintain complex backend systems
  • Collaborate with technical and non-technical partners
  • Drive successful outcomes for the business

Must have

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or STEM discipline
  • 1+ years of experience building full-stack software
  • 3+ years of professional experience in lieu of a degree

Nice to have

  • Programming experience in an object-oriented language
  • Front-end experience in a JavaScript or TypeScript framework
  • Experience with version control and CI/CD concepts
  • Experience with large-scale application development
  • Strong attention to detail

Practical constraints

  • Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed

Requirements

Experience
1–3 years
Education
Bachelor's degree
Visa
Sponsorship available

Not disclosed in this posting: work arrangement.

Benefits

401k Match Paid Vacation Equity/Stock Options Paid Holidays Health Insurance Parental Leave

Joblaze summary

In the role of Software Engineer for Starlink Enterprise at SpaceX, the engineer will develop and maintain software systems that support Starlink's largest customers, focusing on both frontend and backend solutions. Proficiency in full-stack development, particularly with JavaScript or TypeScript frameworks, is essential, along with experience in relational databases and CI/CD practices. This position is suited for engineers with at least one year of professional experience or three years without a degree, who are eager to take ownership of their projects. The team operates without project managers, emphasizing direct accountability and collaboration.

Joblaze insights

  • Listed 3 days ago — first seen on Joblaze November 4, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page November 6, 2026.
  • This exact title is also open at 1 other location at SpaceX: Palo Alto, CA.
  • Salary band is below the typical range for Fullstack roles (median ~$165,000).
  • Starts above 38% of 45 comparable mid fullstack roles in United States that list TypeScript we track (median $145,000 across 34 companies). See TypeScript salary trends
  • TypeScript appears in 49.2% of 183 comparable mid fullstack roles in United States; Unix appears in 1.1% of 183 comparable mid fullstack roles in United States.

Quick facts

What's the salary range?
SpaceX lists $135,000–$175,000 for this role.
How much experience is required?
1–3 years of relevant experience for this Software Engineer (Starlink Enterprise) role.
What's the tech stack?
Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: CI/CD, JavaScript, TypeScript, Unix, relational databases.
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 (Starlink Enterprise) 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 (STARLINK ENTERPRISE)

At SpaceX we’re leveraging our experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing, and the software that brings it all together. We’ve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink’s potential global impact and are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink’s utility for communities and businesses around the globe.

The Starlink Enterprise Software team builds interfaces and systems for Starlink’s largest customers. Starlink powers complex and critical tasks across hundreds of sectors: emergency response, education, transportation, telecommunications, construction, and many more. As an engineer on this team, you’ll build tools to manage thousands of Starlink devices around the world, the core backend systems to serve that data, and the internal interfaces used by our sales and operations teams. You’ll get the chance to work across the stack: from UI/UX design to distributed systems engineering to working with embedded software. We don’t have project managers; engineers on the team are directly responsible for delivering the best internet experience from space for humans everywhere on Earth.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Engineer well-architected, responsive, performant, and reliable software for Starlink customers and internal users
  • Deep dive into your users' problems to find and create efficient solutions
  • Build excellent frontends for modern browsers
  • Design, build, maintain, and debug complex backend systems
  • Work closely with technical and non-technical partners to drive successful outcomes for the business
  • Bring your voice to the table in team collaborations on architecture, design, and code reviews
  • Collaborate with other engineering teams across Starlink to advance our engineering process and culture

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a STEM discipline and 1+ years of experience building full-stack software; OR 3+ years of professional experience building full-stack software in lieu of a degree (internship experience is applicable)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Programming experience in an object-oriented language
  • Strong attention to detail
  • A drive to deliver exceptional user experiences for customers and willingness to own all outcomes
  • Front-end experience in a Javascript or Typescript framework
  • Experience working with relational databases
  • Experience with version control, continuous integration, and continuous delivery concepts
  • Experience with large-scale and/or performance-critical application development
  • Experience with UNIX-like operating systems and CI/CD tools

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:
Level 1: $135,000.00 - $175,000.00
Level 2: $155,000.00 - $210,000.00

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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