Software Engineer, Displays Software (Starship)

SOFTWARE ENGINEER, DISPLAYS SOFTWARE (STARSHIP)

The Starship program is increasing its flight cadence and will soon begin operating more than one vehicle on-orbit at a time.  As a member of the Displays team, you'll build the user interfaces and backend to enable this increased rate and support of fleet operations. Your products are the interfaces that enable vehicle operators to control the pads and vehicles, allow engineering teams to monitor their system performance, and provide astronauts with insight into the vehicle health and mission trajectory.  In this role you'll curate smooth user experiences with thoughtful designs while limiting software complexity.  Your contributions will directly impact our ability to return humans to the moon and enable human exploration in the final frontier.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create aesthetically and functionally flawless user interfaces using Lit Web Components (JavaScript, Typescript) that reduce the cognitive load of operators and maintain high guardrails for safety.
• Work towards enabling a future that empowers operators to easily manage multiple launch and build sites, and a fleet of vehicles on the ground and in space.
• Create and apply techniques, tools, and infrastructure that decrease software complexity and mission-over-mission maintenance.
• Maintain high software standards and software engineering best practices across the full stack.
• Troubleshoot and develop long-term solutions for technical problems to support customers across all SpaceX sites where Starship Displays are used.
• Regularly sit with Operators to obtain firsthand feedback of how the team's products are used and what improvements can be made.
• Demonstrate a strong attitude to learn and adapt quickly, diving deep into new technologies as needed to become an expert in frontend and backend technologies alike (while prior expertise in key areas is a plus).

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering or other engineering discipline.
• Development experience in JavaScript, Typescript, HTML, and CSS.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 2+ years of experience in software development.
• Expert knowledge of JavaScript and Typescript, including expertise with browser execution.
• Experience with vector and motion graphics, including SVG, HTML5 Canvas, WebGL, and CSS.
• Experience with development for mobile platforms.
• Experience with Websockets, gRPC, C++ and Bazel.
• Strong focus and interest in designing, architecting, and implementing excellent, bug-free software.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills; excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work well in an integrated engineering environment, including frequent interactions with engineers and managers of other engineering disciplines.
• Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment with ongoing drive for continuous improvement in all aspects of work.
• Able to work effectively in a dynamic environment while assuming high levels of responsibility and demonstrating accountability for vehicle software outcomes.
• Contributions to open-source software projects.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Willing to work long hours and weekends as needed.
• Located in Hawthorne or Starbase with occasional travel between sites.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: 

Pay range:         
Software Engineer/Level I: $120,000.00 - $145,000.00/per year
Software Engineer/Level II: $140,000.00 - $170,000.00/per year       

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Those with an active clearance will receive a 10% differential, up to an additional $15,000 annually, once officially briefed into a classified program.

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, stock options, 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.