SpaceX
Kubernetes Platform Infrastructure Engineer (Starlink)
About this role
SpaceX seeks a Kubernetes Platform Infrastructure Engineer to design, deploy, and operate the infrastructure powering Starlink's satellite constellation and global network. You'll build automation for on-premise Kubernetes clusters, manage core infrastructure systems, and collaborate with engineers to scale reliable products serving millions of users.
What you'll do
- Develop automation to deploy and manage on-premise Kubernetes clusters
- Deploy and manage core infrastructure including databases, monitoring, and distributed storage
- Collaborate with software engineers to create scalable, maintainable products
- Support full service lifecycle from design through deployment, operation, and refinement
- Implement monitoring and alerting to ensure high system availability
- Troubleshoot and integrate across the Starlink technology stack
What they're looking for
- Kubernetes cluster management and operations
- Infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, Ansible)
- Linux operating systems and systems administration
- Python, C++, or Go development
- Bash scripting and automation
- Container technologies and Docker
- Distributed systems and databases
- TCP/IP networking fundamentals
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match eligibility
- Long-term incentives including company stock and stock options
- Paid parental leave and disability insurance
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with discount
- Life insurance and various perks and discounts
Opens the official application on the employer’s site. No login required.
SpaceX
SpaceX develops advanced spacecraft and satellite systems, including the Starshield government satellite constellation and Starfall re-entry cargo capsule for global delivery. The company is hiring engineers in avionics integration, software test automation, mechanical design, and hardware reliability to validate flight-critical systems and ensure mission success.
- Website
- spacex.com
Likely interview questions
- Tell us about your experience managing Kubernetes clusters in production environments and how you've scaled them to handle significant workloads.
- Describe your experience with infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform or Ansible—what projects have you used them for and what challenges did you encounter?