Software Engineer, Starlink UX (Starlink)

The role

You will develop responsive web applications and reliable software systems for the Starlink digital experience. This includes building mobile and web interfaces, support tooling, and an LLM-powered chatbot.

What you will do

• Develop well-architected, responsive, and performant web applications
• Develop highly reliable and available software systems for Starlink
• Design and implement highly available, fault-tolerant networks
• Deliver expert level TypeScript React code for modern browsers
• Full stack application development using .NET micro-service architecture in Kubernetes
• Focus on continuous monitoring and alerting
• Work closely with internal partners to drive successful outcomes
• Collaborate with other engineering teams on architecture, design, and code reviews
• Deep dive into users' problems to find and create efficient solutions
• Bring voice to team collaborations on architecture, design, and code reviews

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a STEM discipline and 1+ years of experience building full-stack software; OR 3+ years of professional experience building full-stack software
• Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed

Nice to have

• Programming experience in Python, C#, .NET, Go, Scala, Java, or similar object-oriented language
• Production experience with Docker and Kubernetes
• Front-end experience in Angular, React, or similar JavaScript framework
• Database experience with PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or similar database technologies
• Experience with version control, continuous integration, and continuous delivery concepts
• Expertise in profiling and improving application performance
• Experience with build systems (Make, Bazel/Pants/Buck, Gradle) and package management tools (pip, npm)
• Strong attention to detail
• Experience with UNIX-like operating systems and CI/CD tool
• A drive to deliver exceptional user experiences for customers and willingness to own all outcomes

Benefits

• Company stock 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 time in compliance with state and federal law in Washington State

Before you apply

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, o

About the company

SpaceX is developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. They are deploying Starlink, the world's largest satellite constellation, providing broadband internet to millions of users.