Satellite Systems Software Engineer (Starlink) is open at SpaceX in Redmond, WA. The posting gives a salary of $125K - $165K. Posted on Aug 26, 2026, and still on SpaceX’s careers page when we last checked, on Nov 14, 2026.
About the role
Develop highly reliable and available software systems for managing thousands of satellites in low-earth orbit. Be accountable and responsible for all software written and designed, and their interactions with the hardware and environments around them. Participate in architecture, design, and code reviews. Design software for both vehicles flying in space, and the ground systems that support them Collaborate with…
The opening lines of the posting. The rest is on SpaceX’s careers page.
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