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Wireless Software Engineer (Starlink)

SpaceX is pioneering satellite broadband technology through Starlink, the world’s largest satellite constellation providing internet to millions globally. They seek a Wireless Software Engineer to work on firmware, embedded software, and signal processing for Starlink’s communications network, contributing to innovative networking solutions and hardware integration.

Skills

  • Programming experience in C or C++.
  • Knowledge of wireless communications and network protocols.
  • Experience in firmware, embedded systems, or signal processing software.
  • Familiarity with RF systems and hardware interfacing.
  • Strong debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication.
  • Ability to work effectively in dynamic and changing environments.

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, test, and maintain physical and MAC layer software of the Starlink wireless software stack.
  • Participate in architecting current and next-generation Starlink hardware and signal processing algorithms.
  • Support hardware bring-up, debugging, verification, and launch activities.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for system integration.
  • Develop prototypes to validate design concepts and technical constraints.
  • Plan and organize software product development with engineering teams.

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline, OR 2+ years of professional software engineering experience programming in C or C++ without a degree.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with levels ranging from $130,000 to $180,000 per year.
  • Equity incentives including company stock and stock options.
  • Potential discretionary bonuses.
  • Participation in Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Short and long-term disability insurance and life insurance.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • 3 weeks paid vacation plus 10+ paid holidays annually.
  • 5 days of sick leave annually for exempt employees.
  • Various employee discounts and perks.
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