SpaceX Starlink - Embedded Software Engineer, Satellite Antenna (Starlink)
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or electrical engineering • 1+ years of programming experience in embedded C or C++ (internships, collegiate clubs, and project work can apply) • Experience and understanding of RF fundamentals and/or communications theory • Familiarity with radio-related lab measurement equipment and techniques such as spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and signal generators. • Experience with phased array antenna systems • Ability to work in a fast-paced, autonomously driven, and demanding start-up atmosphere • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Ability to work extended hours or weekends as needed for mission critical deadlines • COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Software Engineer/Level I: $122,500.00 - $145,000.00/per year Software Engineer/Level II: $140,000.00 - $175,000.00/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. 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 & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday. • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
Responsibilities
• Develop embedded software for custom modem and beamformer silicon ASICs that form the foundation of Starlink’s phased array antennas • Write flight-critical software to ensure intended operation of the antenna throughout the lifecycle of the satellite • Collaborate with phased array antenna engineers to build and implement new techniques to measure antennas as part of our CI/CD process • Analyze on-orbit performance data and investigate methods to improve performance and debug issues • Drive production RF test features to verify hardware in the factory while maintaining a rapid rate of production • Design and build automated measurement systems to characterize phased arrays radiating at 10-20GHz • Provide software engineering expertise and mission-critical support to the broader Payload Engineering organization
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