SpaceX
Software Engineer, Mobile Apps (Starlink)
About this role
SpaceX seeks a Software Engineer to develop mobile and web applications for Starlink, the global satellite broadband system. You'll build full-stack solutions using TypeScript/React frontend and .NET microservices backend, directly shaping the digital experience for millions of customers while owning end-to-end delivery without project managers.
What you'll do
- Develop responsive, performant web and mobile applications using TypeScript and React
- Build full-stack features across .NET microservices architecture running in Kubernetes
- Design and implement highly available, fault-tolerant systems that operate reliably at scale
- Implement monitoring, alerting, and observability to drive data-driven improvements
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on architecture, design, and code quality
- Deep dive into user problems to create efficient solutions and own all outcomes
What they're looking for
- TypeScript and React
- C#, .NET, or similar object-oriented languages (Python, Go, Java)
- Docker and Kubernetes
- PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or relational databases
- CI/CD pipelines and version control
- Application performance profiling and optimization
- UNIX-like operating systems
- Build systems and package managers
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Long-term stock incentives and ESPP discount
- 3 weeks paid vacation and 10+ paid holidays annually
- Paid parental leave and disability insurance
- Company shuttles from Seattle to Redmond office
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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
- Walk us through a full-stack project you've built—what were the frontend and backend technologies, and how did you ensure reliability at scale?
- Describe your experience with Kubernetes and Docker in production; what challenges did you face and how did you resolve them?