Software Engineer, Geospatial Data (Starshield) at SpaceX · Hawthorne

Summary: SpaceX is a company focused on developing technologies for space exploration and enabling human life on Mars. They are seeking a Software Engineer for their Starshield project, which involves building reliable processing systems for geospatial data captured by satellites to support national security efforts. The role includes developing geospatial data processing models and software systems for remote sensor payloads. Responsibilities: - Develop novel geospatial data processing models to extract information from raw and partially processed sensor data - Create highly reliable software and machine learning systems that task remote sensor payloads on hundreds of satellites in low earth orbit and process the collected information - See your modeling work and software through from start-to-finish: from figuring out the core needs to prototyping, developing, and testing; to production rollout and beyond Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or scientific discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree - 1+ years of experience in applied machine learning engineering, full stack development, and data science - 1+ years of development experience in C, C++, or Python experience - This position requires successfully obtaining and maintaining a Top Secret Security Clearance as a condition of employment - Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed Preferred Qualifications: - Experience applying modern computer vision algorithms at scale - Experience with software that has been used in real-world applications and projects - Experience with AWS or building inside of cloud environments - Experience with developing within Linux server environments, SSH, scripting, and configuration - Experience with Kubernetes or similar container orchestration frameworks - Experience with PostgreSQL or implementing highly performant databases - Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret or Top Secret SCI clearance Required Skills: Machine Learning, Full Stack Development, Data Science, C, C++, Python, Computer Vision, AWS, Cloud Environments, Linux Server Environments, SSH, Scripting, Configuration, Kubernetes, Container Orchestration, PostgreSQL, Database Implementation 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, Access to a 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, Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law