SpaceX
Wireless Software Engineer (Starlink)
About this role
SpaceX seeks a Wireless Software Engineer to develop firmware, embedded systems, and signal processing software for the Starlink satellite constellation. You'll design and maintain physical and MAC layer wireless protocols for a global broadband network 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 signal processing algorithms and next-generation hardware for satellite systems
- Participate in hardware bring-up, debugging, verification, and launch operations
- Integrate wireless stack across layers with other engineering teams for end-to-end functionality
- Develop prototypes to validate design concepts and quantify technical constraints
- Collaborate on cross-functional product development planning and execution
What they're looking for
- C or C++ programming
- Wireless software and network protocol development
- Signal processing and digital signal processing (FFT, equalization, channel estimation)
- RF systems fundamentals and RF circuit software (PLLs, mixers, data converters)
- Physical and MAC layer protocols (Wi-Fi, LTE, 5G, satellite broadband)
- RF test equipment operation (spectrum analyzer, network analyzer, oscilloscope)
- Debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing
- Problem-solving and communication skills
Benefits
- Medical, vision, and dental coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan with company stock purchase options
- Short and long-term disability and life insurance
- 3 weeks paid vacation plus 10+ paid holidays annually
- Paid parental leave and paid sick time
- Long-term incentives via company stock or cash awards
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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 developing wireless software at the physical or MAC layer—which technologies have you worked with?
- Walk us through a signal processing algorithm you've implemented; how did you optimize it for performance?