SpaceX

Sr. Embedded Software Engineer (Starlink)

SpaceX · Bastrop, TX

Posted 28 days ago

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This role has been open
28 days
SpaceX's roles stay open a median of 45 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
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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

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About this role

As a Sr. Embedded Software Engineer for Starlink, you will develop software for custom hardware deployed globally, focusing on enhancing the user experience of satellite internet. Your responsibilities will include designing fault-tolerant consumer devices, participating in code reviews, and creating systems for reliable software deployment and testing. You will also work closely with the manufacturing team to ensure successful production of devices.

Our read on this posting2.6out of 5
benefits
1/5
freshness
4/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
0/5

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What you need

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, math, or a STEM discipline and 5+ years of professional experience in software engineering; OR 7+ years of professional experience in software engineering in lieu of a degree
  • Development experience in C, C++, Golang, Python, or Rust
  • Experience with embedded or low level systems development

Nice to have

  • Developed, debugged, and deployed software that has been used in real world embedded devices
  • Creative approach to problem solving, exceptional analytical skills, and engineering fundamentals
  • Solid fundamental knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP etc.), electronics, math, physics, and radio frequency
  • Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, and testing
  • Experience with security issues associated with distributed systems and internet services

Worth weighing

  • Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
  • No salary listed

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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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