Careers at SpaceX

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SOFTWARE ENGINEER, NETWORK OBSERVABILITY (STARLINK) At SpaceX we’re leveraging our experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing, and the software that brings it all together. We’ve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink’s potential global impact and are looking for the world’s best engineers to help maximize Starlink’s utility for communities and businesses around the globe. As a Software Engineer on the Starlink Network Monitoring team, you'll design, build, and scale software that powers observability for the entire Starlink network. You will enable real-time alerting and generate rich performance and reliability metrics that help the company understand customer quality of service, track constellation network health, drive engineering initiatives, and provide other critical insights. This is a high-impact position where your contributions will shape how we observe and operate one of the most ambitious systems ever built. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design and implement scalable, fault-tolerant data ingestion pipelines to reliably consume raw, high-volume telemetry streams from Starlink satellites, user terminals, gateways, and ground infrastructure in real time Develop frontend visualizations, interactive dashboards, and UI components that present processed data in clear, real-time views for monitoring teams and stakeholders Drive automation to reduce manual effort in network monitoring operations and improve anomaly detection accuracy Maintain high software standards and software engineering best practices across the full stack Deep dive into business problems, find efficient solutions and apply first principles thinking BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors degree in STEM & 1+ year of industry and/or internship experience; OR 3+ years of professional software development experience in lieu of a STEM degree. PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Experience building or operating large-scale observability, telemetry, or real-time analytics systems. Strong backend experience with Python, Go, Java, or similar languages. Frontend experience with React, Angular, or a comparable JavaScript framework. Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, CockroachDB, etc.) and/or distributed data systems. Experience with Docker and Kubernetes in production environments. Familiarity with streaming data platforms or high-volume data pipelines Demonstrated ability to own projects end-to-end and deliver reliable, high-quality software ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to work extended hours or weekends as needed for mission critical deadlines Ability to work on an "on-call" basis on a weeklong rotational schedule COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay Range: Software Engineer/Level I: $125,000.00 - $150,000.00/per year Software Engineer/Level II: $145,000.00 - $175,000.00/per year Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. ITAR REQUIREMENTS: 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, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SOFTWARE ENGINEER, PLATFORM AND INFRASTRUCTURE (STARLINK) As a Software Engineer on the Core Infrastructure team, you will sit at the intersection of Site Reliability Engineering, Platform Engineering, and Database Reliability. Beyond keeping systems running and responding to tickets, you will take on the role of an architectural investigator. Your mission is to anticipate the next bottleneck before it happens and help build the solution that prevents it. Modern distributed infrastructure generates thousands of signals, alerts, and metrics every minute, and so do stakeholders. We need an engineer who can cut through the noise on both fronts. Technically, you will identify the underlying causal problems behind alerts and implement automated, systemic fixes. Organizationally, you will approach feature tickets and infrastructure requests as investigations to uncover the true underlying need. You will work with stakeholders to find the best solution rather than simply implementing the first one proposed. You will help build the internal developer platform that empowers our product teams to ship code securely and rapidly, while ensuring our persistence layer and infrastructure scale reliably under heavy load. If you treat infrastructure as a software engineering problem and see reducing operational toil as a core engineering goal, this role is for you. RESPONSIBILITIES: Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks by analyzing system metrics, database queries, and cloud resource usage before they impact users. Build and maintain the internal developer platform, including the self-service tools and CI/CD pipelines. Operate and secure the production Kubernetes clusters that run our customer-facing website, managed as code. Partner with application teams to optimize slow SQL queries and manage database schema changes safely. Investigate infrastructure requests to understand the real underlying need and propose better long-term solutions. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a STEM discipline. 1+ years of professional experience with networking or infrastructure projects. 1+ years of professional experience programming in Python, Go, or a similar language used in infrastructure and platform work. Strong attention to detail. PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Experience with Kubernetes in multi-region or large-scale environments. Experience with CI and DevOps pipelines, deployment tools, or related infrastructure projects (e.g., Jenkins, Bamboo, ArgoCD, Argo Workflows, Helm). Experience with observability tooling (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Loki, ClickHouse, OpenTelemetry) and an understanding of what makes an alert accurate and actionable. Familiarity with relational databases (g., PostgreSQL), including indexing and query performance, especially in distributed or multi-region deployments. Contributions to open-source projects or development of open-source tools. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Level I: $135,000.00 - $155,000.00/per year Level II: $155,000.00 - $185,000.00/per year Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k)-retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. ITAR REQUIREMENTS: 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, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SOFTWARE ENGINEER (PLATFORM TEAM) The Platform Team is responsible for building the foundational tooling and security infrastructure that empowers every team at SpaceX to harness AI effectively. This team creates secure, scalable gateways and proxy systems that allow engineers and operators across the company to write code faster, perform advanced data analysis, connect AI to their daily tools and problems, and turn ideas into deployed solutions with confidence. By onboarding new frontier models, expanding compute capacity, optimizing proxy efficiency for logging and control, and building shared products, prompts, skills, and infrastructure, this team unlocks reliable, high-impact AI capabilities across the entire organization. As a Software Engineer for SpaceX's AI platform, you will act as an entrepreneurial builder focused on the leanest and most effective applied use of AI at SpaceX. You will design platforms that convert engineering know-how into tested software, automation, and reliable data stores at scale while creating risk-mitigation tools such as intelligent code review and PR assistants. Current systems are built with Docker containers acting as secure gateways and proxies that integrate with any cloud compute provider and multiple frontier model providers. Your work will directly accelerate SpaceX production and development by enabling every team to move faster with trustworthy AI. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, build, and operate secure, scalable AI platforms and proxy systems used by teams throughout SpaceX Own the full lifecycle of platform development including design, testing, deployment, and continuous improvement Drive adoption by communicating value, directly supporting engineers, and building shared prompts, skills, and infrastructure that accelerate peers Act entrepreneurially to identify high-value opportunities and create solutions that allow users to rapidly turn problems and ideas into tested software, deployed applications, and trained models on managed, reliable compute Collaborate closely with stakeholders to deeply understand needs and deliver platforms that connect AI to real tools and workflows Onboard new models, expand compute resources, and optimize efficiency of proxy systems for logging, control, and security Develop tools that mitigate business risk, such as AI-powered code review and PR automation Focus on lean, effective, and secure applied AI that maximizes conversion of engineering expertise into automation and reliable data systems across the company BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or other engineering discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience building production software in lieu of a degree Experience developing production software systems (platform, backend, or full stack) PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Experience building internal developer platforms, AI gateways, or secure proxy systems in production Hands-on work with Docker containers, security-focused architecture, and multi-provider integrations (cloud compute + frontier model providers) Familiarity with MLOps, model onboarding, compute orchestration, and infrastructure for large-scale AI usage Strong desire to enable others — experience creating tools, documentation, shared assets, or training that drives company-wide adoption Entrepreneurial mindset with a track record of identifying and delivering high-impact solutions Proficiency in Python and experience with additional languages (Go, Java, TypeScript, etc.) Knowledge of Kubernetes, container orchestration, observability, and infrastructure-as-code tools Understanding of AI risk mitigation, code generation, and developer productivity tools Passion for turning complex engineering problems into simple, reliable, and secure AI-powered outcomes COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Software Engineer/Level I: $125,000.00 - $145,000.00/per year Software Engineer/Level II: $145,000.00 - $175,000.00/per year Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. ITAR REQUIREMENTS: 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, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SOFTWARE ENGINEER (PLATFORM TEAM) The Platform Team is responsible for building the foundational tooling and security infrastructure that empowers every team at SpaceX to harness AI effectively. This team creates secure, scalable gateways and proxy systems that allow engineers and operators across the company to write code faster, perform advanced data analysis, connect AI to their daily tools and problems, and turn ideas into deployed solutions with confidence. By onboarding new frontier models, expanding compute capacity, optimizing proxy efficiency for logging and control, and building shared products, prompts, skills, and infrastructure, this team unlocks reliable, high-impact AI capabilities across the entire organization. As a Software Engineer for SpaceX's AI platform, you will act as an entrepreneurial builder focused on the leanest and most effective applied use of AI at SpaceX. You will design platforms that convert engineering know-how into tested software, automation, and reliable data stores at scale while creating risk-mitigation tools such as intelligent code review and PR assistants. Current systems are built with Docker containers acting as secure gateways and proxies that integrate with any cloud compute provider and multiple frontier model providers. Your work will directly accelerate SpaceX production and development by enabling every team to move faster with trustworthy AI. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, build, and operate secure, scalable AI platforms and proxy systems used by teams throughout SpaceX Own the full lifecycle of platform development including design, testing, deployment, and continuous improvement Drive adoption by communicating value, directly supporting engineers, and building shared prompts, skills, and infrastructure that accelerate peers Act entrepreneurially to identify high-value opportunities and create solutions that allow users to rapidly turn problems and ideas into tested software, deployed applications, and trained models on managed, reliable compute Collaborate closely with stakeholders to deeply understand needs and deliver platforms that connect AI to real tools and workflows Onboard new models, expand compute resources, and optimize efficiency of proxy systems for logging, control, and security Develop tools that mitigate business risk, such as AI-powered code review and PR automation Focus on lean, effective, and secure applied AI that maximizes conversion of engineering expertise into automation and reliable data systems across the company BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or other engineering discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience building production software in lieu of a degree Experience developing production software systems (platform, backend, or full stack) PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Experience building internal developer platforms, AI gateways, or secure proxy systems in production Hands-on work with Docker containers, security-focused architecture, and multi-provider integrations (cloud compute + frontier model providers) Familiarity with MLOps, model onboarding, compute orchestration, and infrastructure for large-scale AI usage Strong desire to enable others — experience creating tools, documentation, shared assets, or training that drives company-wide adoption Entrepreneurial mindset with a track record of identifying and delivering high-impact solutions Proficiency in Python and experience with additional languages (Go, Java, TypeScript, etc.) Knowledge of Kubernetes, container orchestration, observability, and infrastructure-as-code tools Understanding of AI risk mitigation, code generation, and developer productivity tools Passion for turning complex engineering problems into simple, reliable, and secure AI-powered outcomes COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Software Engineer/Level I: $125,000.00 - $145,000.00/per year Software Engineer/Level II: $145,000.00 - $175,000.00/per year Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. ITAR REQUIREMENTS: 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, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SOFTWARE ENGINEER (PLATFORM TEAM) The Platform Team is responsible for building the foundational tooling and security infrastructure that empowers every team at SpaceX to harness AI effectively. This team creates secure, scalable gateways and proxy systems that allow engineers and operators across the company to write code faster, perform advanced data analysis, connect AI to their daily tools and problems, and turn ideas into deployed solutions with confidence. By onboarding new frontier models, expanding compute capacity, optimizing proxy efficiency for logging and control, and building shared products, prompts, skills, and infrastructure, this team unlocks reliable, high-impact AI capabilities across the entire organization. As a Software Engineer for SpaceX's AI platform, you will act as an entrepreneurial builder focused on the leanest and most effective applied use of AI at SpaceX. You will design platforms that convert engineering know-how into tested software, automation, and reliable data stores at scale while creating risk-mitigation tools such as intelligent code review and PR assistants. Current systems are built with Docker containers acting as secure gateways and proxies that integrate with any cloud compute provider and multiple frontier model providers. Your work will directly accelerate SpaceX production and development by enabling every team to move faster with trustworthy AI. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, build, and operate secure, scalable AI platforms and proxy systems used by teams throughout SpaceX Own the full lifecycle of platform development including design, testing, deployment, and continuous improvement Drive adoption by communicating value, directly supporting engineers, and building shared prompts, skills, and infrastructure that accelerate peers Act entrepreneurially to identify high-value opportunities and create solutions that allow users to rapidly turn problems and ideas into tested software, deployed applications, and trained models on managed, reliable compute Collaborate closely with stakeholders to deeply understand needs and deliver platforms that connect AI to real tools and workflows Onboard new models, expand compute resources, and optimize efficiency of proxy systems for logging, control, and security Develop tools that mitigate business risk, such as AI-powered code review and PR automation Focus on lean, effective, and secure applied AI that maximizes conversion of engineering expertise into automation and reliable data systems across the company BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or other engineering discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience building production software in lieu of a degree Experience developing production software systems (platform, backend, or full stack) PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Experience building internal developer platforms, AI gateways, or secure proxy systems in production Hands-on work with Docker containers, security-focused architecture, and multi-provider integrations (cloud compute + frontier model providers) Familiarity with MLOps, model onboarding, compute orchestration, and infrastructure for large-scale AI usage Strong desire to enable others — experience creating tools, documentation, shared assets, or training that drives company-wide adoption Entrepreneurial mindset with a track record of identifying and delivering high-impact solutions Proficiency in Python and experience with additional languages (Go, Java, TypeScript, etc.) Knowledge of Kubernetes, container orchestration, observability, and infrastructure-as-code tools Understanding of AI risk mitigation, code generation, and developer productivity tools Passion for turning complex engineering problems into simple, reliable, and secure AI-powered outcomes ITAR REQUIREMENTS: 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, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SOFTWARE ENGINEER (PLATFORM TEAM) The Platform Team is responsible for building the foundational tooling and security infrastructure that empowers every team at SpaceX to harness AI effectively. This team creates secure, scalable gateways and proxy systems that allow engineers and operators across the company to write code faster, perform advanced data analysis, connect AI to their daily tools and problems, and turn ideas into deployed solutions with confidence. By onboarding new frontier models, expanding compute capacity, optimizing proxy efficiency for logging and control, and building shared products, prompts, skills, and infrastructure, this team unlocks reliable, high-impact AI capabilities across the entire organization. As a Software Engineer for SpaceX's AI platform, you will act as an entrepreneurial builder focused on the leanest and most effective applied use of AI at SpaceX. You will design platforms that convert engineering know-how into tested software, automation, and reliable data stores at scale while creating risk-mitigation tools such as intelligent code review and PR assistants. Current systems are built with Docker containers acting as secure gateways and proxies that integrate with any cloud compute provider and multiple frontier model providers. Your work will directly accelerate SpaceX production and development by enabling every team to move faster with trustworthy AI. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, build, and operate secure, scalable AI platforms and proxy systems used by teams throughout SpaceX Own the full lifecycle of platform development including design, testing, deployment, and continuous improvement Drive adoption by communicating value, directly supporting engineers, and building shared prompts, skills, and infrastructure that accelerate peers Act entrepreneurially to identify high-value opportunities and create solutions that allow users to rapidly turn problems and ideas into tested software, deployed applications, and trained models on managed, reliable compute Collaborate closely with stakeholders to deeply understand needs and deliver platforms that connect AI to real tools and workflows Onboard new models, expand compute resources, and optimize efficiency of proxy systems for logging, control, and security Develop tools that mitigate business risk, such as AI-powered code review and PR automation Focus on lean, effective, and secure applied AI that maximizes conversion of engineering expertise into automation and reliable data systems across the company BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or other engineering discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience building production software in lieu of a degree Experience developing production software systems (platform, backend, or full stack) PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Experience building internal developer platforms, AI gateways, or secure proxy systems in production Hands-on work with Docker containers, security-focused architecture, and multi-provider integrations (cloud compute + frontier model providers) Familiarity with MLOps, model onboarding, compute orchestration, and infrastructure for large-scale AI usage Strong desire to enable others — experience creating tools, documentation, shared assets, or training that drives company-wide adoption Entrepreneurial mindset with a track record of identifying and delivering high-impact solutions Proficiency in Python and experience with additional languages (Go, Java, TypeScript, etc.) Knowledge of Kubernetes, container orchestration, observability, and infrastructure-as-code tools Understanding of AI risk mitigation, code generation, and developer productivity tools Passion for turning complex engineering problems into simple, reliable, and secure AI-powered outcomes ITAR REQUIREMENTS: 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, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SOFTWARE ENGINEER (PLATFORM TEAM) The Platform Team is responsible for building the foundational tooling and security infrastructure that empowers every team at SpaceX to harness AI effectively. This team creates secure, scalable gateways and proxy systems that allow engineers and operators across the company to write code faster, perform advanced data analysis, connect AI to their daily tools and problems, and turn ideas into deployed solutions with confidence. By onboarding new frontier models, expanding compute capacity, optimizing proxy efficiency for logging and control, and building shared products, prompts, skills, and infrastructure, this team unlocks reliable, high-impact AI capabilities across the entire organization. As a Software Engineer for SpaceX's AI platform, you will act as an entrepreneurial builder focused on the leanest and most effective applied use of AI at SpaceX. You will design platforms that convert engineering know-how into tested software, automation, and reliable data stores at scale while creating risk-mitigation tools such as intelligent code review and PR assistants. Current systems are built with Docker containers acting as secure gateways and proxies that integrate with any cloud compute provider and multiple frontier model providers. Your work will directly accelerate SpaceX production and development by enabling every team to move faster with trustworthy AI. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, build, and operate secure, scalable AI platforms and proxy systems used by teams throughout SpaceX Own the full lifecycle of platform development including design, testing, deployment, and continuous improvement Drive adoption by communicating value, directly supporting engineers, and building shared prompts, skills, and infrastructure that accelerate peers Act entrepreneurially to identify high-value opportunities and create solutions that allow users to rapidly turn problems and ideas into tested software, deployed applications, and trained models on managed, reliable compute Collaborate closely with stakeholders to deeply understand needs and deliver platforms that connect AI to real tools and workflows Onboard new models, expand compute resources, and optimize efficiency of proxy systems for logging, control, and security Develop tools that mitigate business risk, such as AI-powered code review and PR automation Focus on lean, effective, and secure applied AI that maximizes conversion of engineering expertise into automation and reliable data systems across the company BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or other engineering discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience building production software in lieu of a degree Experience developing production software systems (platform, backend, or full stack) PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Experience building internal developer platforms, AI gateways, or secure proxy systems in production Hands-on work with Docker containers, security-focused architecture, and multi-provider integrations (cloud compute + frontier model providers) Familiarity with MLOps, model onboarding, compute orchestration, and infrastructure for large-scale AI usage Strong desire to enable others — experience creating tools, documentation, shared assets, or training that drives company-wide adoption Entrepreneurial mindset with a track record of identifying and delivering high-impact solutions Proficiency in Python and experience with additional languages (Go, Java, TypeScript, etc.) Knowledge of Kubernetes, container orchestration, observability, and infrastructure-as-code tools Understanding of AI risk mitigation, code generation, and developer productivity tools Passion for turning complex engineering problems into simple, reliable, and secure AI-powered outcomes COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Software Engineer/Level I: $135,000.00 - $155,000.00/per year Software Engineer/Level II: $155,000.00 - $185,000.00/per year Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. ITAR REQUIREMENTS: 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, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SOFTWARE ENGINEER (PLATFORM TEAM) The Platform Team is responsible for building the foundational tooling and security infrastructure that empowers every team at SpaceX to harness AI effectively. This team creates secure, scalable gateways and proxy systems that allow engineers and operators across the company to write code faster, perform advanced data analysis, connect AI to their daily tools and problems, and turn ideas into deployed solutions with confidence. By onboarding new frontier models, expanding compute capacity, optimizing proxy efficiency for logging and control, and building shared products, prompts, skills, and infrastructure, this team unlocks reliable, high-impact AI capabilities across the entire organization. As a Software Engineer for SpaceX's AI platform, you will act as an entrepreneurial builder focused on the leanest and most effective applied use of AI at SpaceX. You will design platforms that convert engineering know-how into tested software, automation, and reliable data stores at scale while creating risk-mitigation tools such as intelligent code review and PR assistants. Current systems are built with Docker containers acting as secure gateways and proxies that integrate with any cloud compute provider and multiple frontier model providers. Your work will directly accelerate SpaceX production and development by enabling every team to move faster with trustworthy AI. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, build, and operate secure, scalable AI platforms and proxy systems used by teams throughout SpaceX Own the full lifecycle of platform development including design, testing, deployment, and continuous improvement Drive adoption by communicating value, directly supporting engineers, and building shared prompts, skills, and infrastructure that accelerate peers Act entrepreneurially to identify high-value opportunities and create solutions that allow users to rapidly turn problems and ideas into tested software, deployed applications, and trained models on managed, reliable compute Collaborate closely with stakeholders to deeply understand needs and deliver platforms that connect AI to real tools and workflows Onboard new models, expand compute resources, and optimize efficiency of proxy systems for logging, control, and security Develop tools that mitigate business risk, such as AI-powered code review and PR automation Focus on lean, effective, and secure applied AI that maximizes conversion of engineering expertise into automation and reliable data systems across the company BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or other engineering discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience building production software in lieu of a degree Experience developing production software systems (platform, backend, or full stack) PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Experience building internal developer platforms, AI gateways, or secure proxy systems in production Hands-on work with Docker containers, security-focused architecture, and multi-provider integrations (cloud compute + frontier model providers) Familiarity with MLOps, model onboarding, compute orchestration, and infrastructure for large-scale AI usage Strong desire to enable others — experience creating tools, documentation, shared assets, or training that drives company-wide adoption Entrepreneurial mindset with a track record of identifying and delivering high-impact solutions Proficiency in Python and experience with additional languages (Go, Java, TypeScript, etc.) Knowledge of Kubernetes, container orchestration, observability, and infrastructure-as-code tools Understanding of AI risk mitigation, code generation, and developer productivity tools Passion for turning complex engineering problems into simple, reliable, and secure AI-powered outcomes COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Software Engineer/Level I: $135,000.00 - $155,000.00/per year Software Engineer/Level II: $155,000.00 - $185,000.00/per year Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. ITAR REQUIREMENTS: 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, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SOFTWARE ENGINEER, POWER OPTIMIZATION (STARLINK) Starlink connects the entire planet (and beyond) via the world's largest satellite constellation. Our network brings great internet to over 12 million households, businesses, and communities in 160+ countries, making it possible for people to live and work in more places than ever before! As a Software Engineer on the Power Optimization team, you'll be responsible for high-performance, safety-critical software that makes billions of operational decisions per day for 10k+ Starlink satellites. You will develop algorithms to keep satellites flying safely, and maximize their network value. You will build first-principles physics models of satellite power and thermal behavior, and optimize payload utilization subject to energy and thermal constraints. Your code will have meaningful and measurable impact on the world. RESPONSIBILITIES: Write highly reliable ground and vehicle software to control thousands of satellites in low Earth orbit. Develop constellation optimization algorithms, working with engineers across many disciplines to understand satellite operational requirements and physical constraints. Design future satellite constellations: define requirements and build simulations for rapid iteration on hardware and software trades. Own the complete lifecycle of your code, including development, testing, verification, rollout, and monitoring. Participate in code reviews for others, and maintain a high standard for code quality. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline OR 3+ years of experience in software development. Proficiency in C/C++ or another systems programming language (e.g. Rust). PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Experience with production software environments where reliability and correctness guarantees are essential. Deep understanding of software performance, and ability to write fast, performance-oriented code. Experience with profilers, vectorization/SIMD, runtime, and memory optimization is a plus. Understanding of version control, testing, continuous integration, builds, deployment, and monitoring. Strong math and physics knowledge. First-principles thinking and willingness to push systems to their objective physical limit. Strong sense of ownership and attention to detail. Excellent writing, speaking, and listening skills. Ability to communicate with experts from other engineering disciplines and know your audience. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively. Passion for working with satellites and advancing the commercial space industry. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay Range: Level 1: $125,000.00 - $165,000.00 Level 2: $145,000.00 - $200,000.00 Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday. ITAR REQUIREMENTS: 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, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SOFTWARE ENGINEER, PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT (STARSHIELD) The Starshield mission is to support national security through a focus on timely and reliable information delivery. Our partners in the intelligence community and defense services need best-in-class technology, developed and fielded quickly and iteratively. Our goals are focused on delivering meaningful new capabilities through both new hardware development and continual software innovation. The Starshield Software team is building software for novel in-space sensing capabilities that can deliver data to end users rapidly and securely. Our engineers are hands-on developing embedded systems and testing new hardware, as well as partnering directly with end customers to understand their unique needs. Software engineers are engaged in every step of the design process for new technologies. We directly maintain our software systems in production whether as part of our distributed ground network or the software flying aboard our satellites. We are looking for engineers who want to write their own code, test their own systems, and have extreme influence over the end outcomes. Aerospace or satellite experience is not required to be successful here – we want engineers to bring fresh ideas from all areas in software. We look for engineers who love solving problems and seek to make an impact on an inspiring mission helping our national security. We are looking for versatile, motivated and collaborative engineers. RESPONSIBILITIES: Create highly reliable software systems that control thousands of satellites in low earth orbit See your software through from start to finish: from figuring out the core needs to prototyping, developing, and testing; to on-orbit rollout and beyond Work with interdisciplinary teams to brainstorm, design, and build the next generation of satellite capabilities, from cutting-edge sensors and inter-satellite lasers to space-based cloud compute Work directly with end customers to deliver quality products and data to meet their needs There are several roles within the Starshield software team with different focus areas. Applicants will interview for specific focus areas based on hiring needs and qualifications. Specific role responsibilities may include: Write high quality Linux-based C++ software for common processors and micro controllers (e.g. ARM, PowerPC, x86, etc.) Develop novel embedded cryptography applications for satellites and ground equipment Develop highly performant networks to connect sensor data to end users Build automated ground-based software systems that integrate smart data processing with command and control of the satellites Develop models and simulations for flight-like vehicle software testing, network performance analysis, or research & development projects Develop tools that allow for test execution across multiple environments: virtualized hardware, real hardware-in-the-loop, and even vehicle-in-the-loop testing BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or scientific discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree Development experience in C, C++, or Rust PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Solid fundamental knowledge of computer architecture, networks, debugging, and software testing Ability to work effectively and creatively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements Ability to work independently and in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively Production experience with containerization technologies (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes) Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, CockroachDB, or similar) Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret or Top Secret SCI clearance ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: This position requires successfully obtaining and maintaining a Top Secret Security Clearance as a condition of employment. While the clearance may not be immediately necessary upon hire, we encourage you to initiate the application process promptly upon accepting this offer. Your ability to secure the necessary clearance is essential for fulfilling key responsibilities of the role. Should you be unable to obtain it, SpaceX reserves the right to modify or terminate your employment to align with operational needs Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay Range: Level 1: $125,000.00 - $150,000.00 Level 2: $145,000.00 - $175,000.00 Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. Those with an active clearance will receive a 10% differential, up to an additional $20,000 annually, once officially briefed into a classified program. ITAR REQUIREMENTS: 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, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here . SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .