SpaceX
Wireless Software Engineer (Starlink)
About this role
SpaceX is seeking a Wireless Software Engineer to develop firmware, embedded systems, and signal processing software for Starlink's satellite constellation and global broadband network. You'll design physical and MAC layer software, work on hardware bring-up, and collaborate across teams to build cutting-edge networking algorithms connecting thousands of satellites to millions of users.
What you'll do
- Design, implement, test, and maintain physical and MAC layer wireless software for Starlink communications
- Architect hardware and signal processing algorithms for current and next-generation systems
- Participate in hardware bring-up, debugging, verification and launch activities
- Integrate end-to-end system components across multiple engineering teams
- Develop prototypes to validate design concepts and identify technical constraints
- Plan and organize product development collaboratively with other engineers
What they're looking for
- C or C++ programming
- Wireless communications and network protocols
- Signal processing and digital signal processing algorithms
- RF systems fundamentals and RF circuit software
- Physical and MAC layer broadband access technologies (Wi-Fi, LTE, 5G, satellite)
- Lab equipment operation (spectrum analyzer, network analyzer, oscilloscope)
- Debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing
- Problem solving and analytical skills
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Company stock, stock options, and employee stock purchase plan
- Short and long-term disability and life insurance
- 3 weeks paid vacation and 10+ paid holidays annually
- Paid parental leave and paid sick leave
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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 with physical and MAC layer software development in wireless systems—what technologies have you worked with?
- Walk us through a complex signal processing algorithm you've implemented and the challenges you faced during optimization.