New Graduate Engineer, Software (Starship)
SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA
Posted 8 days ago · $125,000.00 - $150,000.00
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 8 days SpaceX's roles stay open a median of 45 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 52% of SpaceX's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at SpaceX
- high 1459 stale, 43 reposted of 2,362 open
- Hiring momentum
- 3062 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from SpaceX's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for SpaceX.
About this role
As a New Graduate Engineer in Software at SpaceX, you will design, develop, and test software for the Starship spacecraft and Super Heavy rocket. Your role will involve collaborating with other engineers to implement and debug software across various layers of the stack, including application and firmware. You will be responsible for developing reliable autonomous software systems and simulations, while also engaging in a dynamic environment focused on innovative solutions to complex problems.
- benefits
- 5/5
- freshness
- 5/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of SpaceX as an employer.
What you need
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering or other engineering discipline
- Graduating with a bachelor's degree, master's degree, or PhD in 2027
Nice to have
- Proven skills and knowledge of C++, Rust, or other systems programming language
- Experience building or working with real-time embedded systems or distributed computing systems
- Strong focus and interest in designing, architecting, and implementing excellent, bug-free software
- Strong critical thinking and first-principles problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
What you get
- Pay range for Software Engineer/Level I: $125,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
- Pay range for Software Engineer/Level II: $145,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year
- Eligibility for 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
Worth weighing
- Aerospace experience is not required, but the role may be challenging for those without relevant engineering experience
- Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
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Listed by SpaceX on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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