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Sr. Software Engineer, Low Latency Computing (Starlink)

SpaceX · Palo Alto, CA
$175K - $240KOpen 158 daysEquityParental leaveSeniorC++

Sr. Software Engineer, Low Latency Computing (Starlink) is open at SpaceX in Palo Alto, CA. The posting gives a salary of $175K - $240K. Posted on Jun 9, 2026, and still on SpaceX’s careers page when we last checked, on Nov 14, 2026.

About the role

, your software will have a meaningful and measurable impact on the world. RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop highly reliable, real-time software that determines which beams (user, laser, gateway, etc) should be formed in order to provide the best possible user experience for our low-latency, high-bandwidth satellite-based global network. Participate in and lead architecture, design, and code reviews. Develop prototypes and…

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