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Software Engineer, C++ - Top Secret Clearance

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SpaceX logoSpacex · Hawthorne, CA
Full-timeOn-site4w ago
CI/CDDockerJavaKubernetesMySQLPerformance Optimization
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Responsibilities

  • Contribute to all aspects of software engineering and product development producing highly reliable software across all areas of the application suite
  • Develop prototypes to prove out key design concepts and quantify technical constraints
  • Develop modules for real-time data streaming of flight systems data
  • Contribute to test automation processes and CI/CD infrastructure
  • Maintain highest standards of excellence, never settling for the status quo

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, math, or engineering
  • 1+ years of experience in software development, programming in modern C++
  • PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Strong software design and development skills
  • Experience with data streaming and real-time data processing is a plus
  • Experience with data serialization formats such as JSON, YAML, XML and Protobuf
  • Experience in software development delivering robust and scalable software applications
  • Experience with Python, Java or Go
  • Experience with containerized solutions such as Docker and Kubernetes
  • Experience with database systems such as Postgres, MySql or Oracle.
  • Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, data throughput analysis and unit testing
  • Strong creative and innovative problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment by quickly adapting to changing needs and requirements
  • Active Top Secret, Top Secret SCI, or DOE Level Q clearance, or the ability and willingness to obtain one
  • ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Note that an active clearance may provide the opportunity for you to work on sensitive SpaceX missions. If so, you will be subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing
  • Willing to work extended hours and weekends when needed
  • COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
  • Pay range:
  • Software Engineer/Level I: $125,000.00 - $150,000.00/per year
  • Software Engineer/Level II: $145,000.00 - $175,000.00/per year
  • ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
  • To conform to U.S. Government expor

Benefits

Dental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Paid time offEquity / stock optionsPerformance bonusParental leave

Additional Information

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, C++ - TOP SECRET CLEARANCE As a Software Engineer in Special Programs, you will design, develop, and test key aspects of an in-house solution for analysis, simulation, and prototyping of software in support of all SpaceX flight systems. You will have full ownership of new features in a scalable high-performance application used to control and test flight systems. This is a high-impact role where you will work across the engineering groups to build a high-assurance system that accelerates the development and demonstration of cutting-edge software and hardware. Aerospace experience is not required to be successful here - rather we look for smart, motivated software engineers who enjoy taking on complex challenges, work well in dynamic environments, and care about software best practices. Our software is critical to future mission successes, and we have no shortage of interesting challenges that require innovative, cutting-edge solutions.


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