Software Engineer, Test Engineering and… at SpaceX · Hawthorne

Summary: SpaceX is a pioneering aerospace manufacturer and space transport services company, dedicated to enabling human life on Mars. They are seeking a Software Engineer for their Test Engineering and Operations team to design, develop, and improve software solutions that ensure vehicle reliability and streamline manufacturing processes. Responsibilities: - Develop, maintain, streamline, and troubleshoot Python-based analysis tools, data pipelines, enterprise applications, automated tests, and software systems that support hardware checkout, test operations, and vehicle processing across the company - Design, implement, and deploy reliable software solutions that interface with physical systems and instrumentation (such as RTDs, pressure transducers, and other sensors) - Lead the design, development, review, and deployment of new software projects using modern CI/CD pipelines and Linux-based environments - Periodically evaluate existing tools and processes and implement more efficient, scalable, and reliable approaches, including refactoring and automation - Create interdisciplinary software solutions that optimize engineering time, eliminate recurring tasks, streamline workflows, and reduce risk for hazardous operations - Develop sustainable, scalable, and secure software systems following object-oriented principles while rapidly learning and integrating new technologies as needed - Participate and provide meaningful feedback in architecture, design, and code reviews in a dynamic environment Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in an engineering, math, or scientific discipline OR 1+ years' professional experience coding in an object-oriented language (including internships, design/build/compete project teams) - Minimum of 1+ years of professional software development experience with Python Preferred Qualifications: - Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new technologies, wrangle data, and deliver reliable solutions in dynamic and uncertain environments - Familiarity with physical systems and hardware such as RTDs, pressure transducers, and other common aerospace instrumentation - Strong skills in developing strategies to collect and use large amounts of data for efficiency and reliability improvements (e.g. SQL, databases, and related tools) - Familiar with CI/CD pipelines and deployment systems - Experience working in Linux environments, including shell scripting, system administration, and deploying applications on Linux-based systems - Familiar with networking technology, concepts, protocols, and infrastructure - Strong competency in software development practices including testing, continuous integration, and modern deployment workflows - Ability to quickly and competently pick up new skills and develop expertise in unfamiliar domains - Ability to thrive in uncertain, dynamic, and high-pressure environments with rapidly changing needs and requirements - Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, and writing reliable, testable code - Able to prioritize and execute tasks while maintaining an ongoing drive for continuous improvement - Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) with the ability to succinctly present recommendations to stakeholders, customers, and management - Able to work effectively in an integrated collaborative team environment, including frequent interactions with technicians, engineers, and managers - Passion for advancing the commercial space industry and human spaceflight Required Skills: Python, Linux, Object-oriented programming, CI/CD pipelines, Software testing, Data wrangling, SQL, Networking technology, System administration, Performance optimization, Debugging, Hardware instrumentation 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, Various other discounts and perks, 3 weeks of paid vacation, 10 or more paid holidays per year, Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy