Principal Software Engineer, Continuous Integration (Starship)

4 weeks 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 and correct software development.
  • Perform hands-on integration and troubleshooting across the Starship software stack.
  • Collaborate with counterpart teams to design, maintain, and improve on-premises compute resources.
  • Identify major problem areas and develop solutions that support the Starship program's software needs.
  • Own solutions end to end with high autonomy and accountability for software outcomes.
  • Work closely with peers to continuously improve development workflows and infrastructure.

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 applying 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 taking on high levels of responsibility and accountability.
  • Willingness to work long hours and weekends as needed.
  • Aerospace experience is not required.

Benefits

  • Base salary of $200,000 to $285,000 per year.
  • Eligibility for long-term incentives, including company stock or long-term cash awards.
  • Potential discretionary bonuses.
  • Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
  • Access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short- and long-term disability insurance, and life insurance.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Approximately 3 weeks of paid vacation and 10 or more paid holidays per year.
  • Paid sick leave in accordance with company policy and applicable law.

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