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New Graduate Engineer, Software - '26/'27 (Starlink)

Bastrop, TXInternshipJunior / Entry-levelPosted 2 months ago

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Required skills

C++
Python
C#
object oriented language
2026
2027
real-time software
architecture
code reviews
prototypes

Nice to have

production environment
debugged
deployed software
real world applications
analytical skills
engineering fundamentals

Role summary

SpaceX is seeking new graduate software engineers for its Starlink program, the world's largest satellite constellation providing global broadband internet. Engineers will tackle complex software challenges across various domains, including next-gen networking, embedded systems for spacecraft, development infrastructure, measurement systems, and physics-based simulation. Responsibilities include the full software lifecycle: development, testing, and support, with a focus on highly reliable, real-time software. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline and professional development experience in C, C++, Python, C#, or another object-oriented language, with graduation in 2026 or 2027. Preferred experience includes production environments, distributed systems, and networking protocols.

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.

NEW GRADUATE ENGINEER, SOFTWARE - '26/'27 (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 best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink’s utility for communities and businesses around the globe.

As arguably SpaceX's most complex software engineering challenge, Starlink offers a variety of areas within software engineering that you can focus. As a Software Engineer on the Starlink program, you will be solving challenges underpinning every aspect of the program’s growth. The teams and areas you could have an impact on could include, but are not limited to:

Next generation networking technologies to direct data through an ever-changing network of satellites, ground stations, planes and users.

Firmware, embedded and controls software running on custom hardware that flies the world’s largest fleet of spacecraft.

Infrastructure and tools to enable rapid development and reliable deployment of our code to dynamic production environments.

Measurement system software and hardware, supporting our in-house RF Silicon designs.

Physic based software engineering to design and simulate the orbital life cycle of the Starlink constellation.

Develop software running on custom hardware that is deployed to millions of devices around the world

Create infrastructure and tools for rapid and reliable deployment of our code to our customers no matter where they are

Write software for Starlink’s custom phased array and modem silicon

Our software engineers are responsible for the complete lifecycle of the software they create, including development, testing, and support. We expect our engineers to close the feedback loop between software design and real-world performance. In this role, your software will have a meaningful and measurable impact on the world.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop highly reliable, real-time software.

Participate in and lead architecture, design, and code reviews.

Develop prototypes and manage experiments to prove out key design concepts.

Collaborate with other engineers, from other engineering disciplines, to plan and organize the development of our products.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, math, or other STEM discipline.

Professional development experience in C, C++, Python, C# or another object oriented language (internship experience is applicable).

Graduating in the class of 2026 or 2027.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Strong professional/project experience writing software in a production environment.

Developed, debugged and deployed software that has been used in real world applications/projects.

Creative approach to problem solving, exceptional analytical skills and engineering fundamentals.

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements.

Experience with networking protocols (UDP, TCP/IP, etc) and distributed systems.

Experience in security issues associated with distributed systems and internet services.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.

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.

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