Software Engineer, DevOps (Starlink) at SpaceX in Redmond, WA

Summary: SpaceX is a company focused on developing technologies for space exploration and enabling human life on Mars. They are seeking a Software Engineer specializing in DevOps for their Starlink project to enhance development velocity and support high-speed broadband infrastructure. The role involves engaging with engineering teams, developing systems for innovation, and ensuring the reliability of software solutions. Responsibilities: - Invent tools and processes that enable fast, accurate, and easy-to-use development and deployment systems - Provide fast and comprehensive software validation, including virtualized, hardware-in-the-loop, and on-orbit test platforms - Monitoring and data analysis in support of a continuous integration and release system - Hands-on integration and troubleshooting across the entire Starlink stack - Create and manage core infrastructure such as databases and software libraries - Identify areas for improvement and create innovative solutions that enable high developer velocity Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems/IT, engineering, math, or STEM discipline and 1+ years of professional or internship experience; or 3+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree - Development experience in Python, Go, or C++ - Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed Preferred Qualifications: - DevOps, site reliability engineering, or systems administration experience - Deep understanding of testing, continuous integration, build, deployment and continuous monitoring - Strong understanding of relevant technologies, such as: Bazel or other build systems, Linux, Docker, Kubernetes, or similar technologies, GitOps, ArgoCD, or other relevant experience - Fluency in Python - Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing - Experience managing large scale systems - Developed and deployed software that has been used in real world applications/projects - Creative approach to problem solving, exceptional analytical skills and engineering fundamentals - Excellent communication skills both written and verbal - Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements Required Skills: Python, DevOps, Continuous integration Important Skills: Linux, Docker, Kubernetes, GitOps Nice-to-Have Skills: C++, Go, Bazel, Debugging, Performance optimization, Unit testing, Analytical skills, Communication skills, Problem solving Benefits: Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, 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, 401(k)-retirement plan, Short and long-term disability insurance, Life insurance, Paid parental leave, 3 weeks of paid vacation, 10 or more paid holidays per year, 5 days of sick leave per year, Company shuttles are offered to employees for round trip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday