SpaceX
Wi-Fi Software Engineer (Starlink)
About this role
SpaceX seeks a Wi-Fi Software Engineer to drive the software roadmap and optimize wireless performance for Starlink's satellite internet system. You'll debug kernel-level issues, collaborate across RF and hardware teams, mentor engineers, and build deployment infrastructure to enhance the end-to-end customer experience.
What you'll do
- Drive Wi-Fi software and product roadmap development
- Debug and optimize kernel-level system performance
- Collaborate with RF and electrical engineers on testing procedures
- Mentor software engineers and foster team culture
- Improve Wi-Fi mesh network performance and reliability
- Build continuous integration and deployment tools for testing and data analysis
What they're looking for
- C/C++ development
- IEEE 802.11 wireless standards
- Networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, DHCP, IPv4/IPv6)
- Embedded systems and networking software
- Linux kernel modules and drivers
- Continuous integration and deployment systems
- Python and Golang
- Network testing and performance optimization
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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
- Describe your experience optimizing kernel-level performance in networking systems. What tools and methodologies did you use?
- Walk us through a complex Wi-Fi or mesh networking problem you debugged. How did you identify the root cause?