Principal Software Engineer, Continuous Integration (Starship)

1 day, 15 hours ago
Full-time
Lead
Software Development
SpaceX

SpaceX

SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft with the aim of revolutionizing space technology and enabling human life on other planets.

Aerospace & Defense
10K-50K
Founded 2002

Description

  • Invent tools and processes that enable fast, correct software development.
  • Perform hands-on integration and troubleshooting across the Starship software stack.
  • Collaborate with counterpart teams to design, maintain, and improve a dedicated pool of on-premises compute.
  • Identify areas for improvement and create solutions that help the software team address Starship program challenges.
  • Own solutions from start to finish with a high degree of autonomy and accountability.
  • Support continuous software delivery to Starship vehicles and launch pads.

Requirements

  • 7+ years of software engineering experience and a Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or a STEM discipline, or 9+ years of professional software development experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Experience with Bazel or similar build systems.
  • Fluency in Python, C++, Rust, or Go.
  • Experience building tools and infrastructure that impact hundreds of engineers daily.
  • Experience with AI-assisted development tools and interest in using AI to improve code quality, testing, and development workflows.
  • Strong critical thinking and first-principles problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment while assuming high levels of responsibility and accountability for software outcomes.
  • Willingness to work long hours and weekends as needed.
  • Must meet ITAR eligibility requirements as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, asylee, or otherwise eligible for required U.S. Department of State authorization.

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