Join SpaceX as a Sr. Software Engineer to develop and test software for controlling flight systems on Starship and Super Heavy vehicles.
Posted by employer 4 months ago
First seen on Joblaze 4 months ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
Requirements
- Experience
- 4+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Visa
- Sponsorship available
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, work arrangement.
Joblaze summary
In the role of Sr. Software Engineer for Flight Software at SpaceX, the engineer will focus on designing, developing, and testing software that controls flight systems for the Starship and Super Heavy vehicles. Proficiency in C++, Python, or Rust is essential, along with strong software design skills and a creative approach to problem-solving. This position is ideal for experienced engineers who thrive in dynamic environments and are eager to contribute to groundbreaking aerospace projects. The team emphasizes collaboration and continuous improvement, aligning with SpaceX's ambitious mission to enable human life on Mars.
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.
- Python appears in 16.6% of 2457 comparable senior other roles in United States; Rust appears in 1.4% of 2457 comparable senior other roles in United States.
Quick facts
- How much experience is required?
- At least 4 years of relevant experience for this Sr. Software Engineer, Flight Software (Starship) role.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: C++, Python, 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 senior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Sr. 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.
SR. SOFTWARE ENGINEER, FLIGHT SOFTWARE (STARSHIP)
As an engineer on the Starship software team, you will design, develop and test software that is used to control SpaceX flight systems for the Starship and Super Heavy vehicles. You will engage with other SpaceX software and hardware engineers to code highly reliable software that allows Starship to become an orbital vehicle. You will be responsible for the complete life cycle of the software you create, from development to testing to operation during a 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 simulations to validate them
- Develop prototypes to prove out key design concepts and quantify technical constraints
- Own all aspects of software development, including design, testing, and mission integration
- Provide strong technical leadership, focus on continuous improvement
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or science discipline and 4+ years of professional experience in software development; OR 6+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree
- 4+ years of professional experience C++, Python, or Rust
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Strong software design and development skills
- Experience with Rust
- Working knowledge of control theory
- Experience designing fault tolerant software
- Thorough knowledge of computer architecture and networks
- Knowledge of physics, math, and electronics
- 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:
- Willing to work extended hours and weekends if needed to meet critical deadlines
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
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