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What this posting asks for

Level: Mid level — The posting asks for 2+ years of experience.

Main responsibilities

• Create highly reliable software systems that control thousands of satellites in low earth orbit
• See your software through from start to finish: from figuring out the core needs to prototyping, developing, and testing; to on-orbit rollout and beyond
• Work with interdisciplinary teams to brainstorm, design, and build the next generation of satellite capabilities, from cutting-edge sensors and inter-satelli…
• Work directly with end customers to deliver quality products and data to meet their needs
• There are several roles within the Starshield software team with different focus areas. Applicants will interview for specific focus areas based on hiring ne…
• Write high quality Linux-based C++ software for common processors and micro controllers (e.g. ARM, PowerPC, x86, etc.)
• Develop novel embedded cryptography applications for satellites and ground equipment
• Develop highly performant networks to connect sensor data to end users
• Build automated ground-based software systems that integrate smart data processing with command and control of the satellites
• Develop models and simulations for flight-like vehicle software testing, network performance analysis, or research & development projects

Competencies an interviewer will look for

• Technical skill Core
  In the posting: “SOFTWARE ENGINEER, EMBEDDED SOFTWARE (STARSHIELD)” · “Our goals are focused on delivering meaningful new capabilities through both new hardware development and continual software innovation.” · “The Starshield Software team is building software that controls satellites, operates sensors, and creates secure end-to-end communications links on embedded …”
  Show it by: Names the tools, languages or systems used and how; Explains a technical choice and its trade-off.
• Customer focus Core
  In the posting: “Our engineers are hands-on developing embedded systems and testing new hardware, as well as partnering directly with end customers to understand their unique…” · “Work directly with end customers to deliver quality products and data to meet their needs” · “Develop highly performant networks to connect sensor data to end users”
  Show it by: Puts the customer's need in their own words; Shows a result for the customer, not only for the company.
• Planning and organisation Core
  In the posting: “You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary …” · “You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insura…” · “Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable acco…”
  Show it by: Shows how priorities were set when everything was urgent; Mentions deadlines met and how.
• Data and analysis Core
  In the posting: “Work directly with end customers to deliver quality products and data to meet their needs” · “Develop highly performant networks to connect sensor data to end users” · “Build automated ground-based software systems that integrate smart data processing with command and control of the satellites”
  Show it by: Uses a number to describe the situation or the result; Explains what the data showed and what was done with it.
• Attention to detail and quality Core
  In the posting: “Our engineers are hands-on developing embedded systems and testing new hardware, as well as partnering directly with end customers to understand their unique…” · “See your software through from start to finish: from figuring out the core needs to prototyping, developing, and testing;” · “Work directly with end customers to deliver quality products and data to meet their needs”
  Show it by: Gives an example of an error caught before it caused harm; Names the check or standard they used.
• Stakeholder management Core
  In the posting: “Our partners in the intelligence community and defense services need best-in-class technology, developed and fielded quickly and iteratively.” · “We are looking for engineers who want to write their own code, test their own systems, and have extreme influence over the end outcomes.” · “Should you be unable to obtain it, SpaceX reserves the right to modify or terminate your employment to align with operational needs”
  Show it by: Shows how they aligned people with different goals; Explains how they handled a 'no' from someone senior.
• Communication Core
  In the posting: “The Starshield Software team is building software that controls satellites, operates sensors, and creates secure end-to-end communications links on embedded …” · “Ability to work independently and in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively”
  Show it by: Adapts the message to the listener; Gives an example of explaining something clearly in writing or speech.
• Ownership and accountability Core
  In the posting: “The Starshield Software team is building software that controls satellites, operates sensors, and creates secure end-to-end communications links on embedded …” · “Ability to work independently and in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively”
  Show it by: Takes a task from start to finish without being chased; Owns a mistake and what was changed after it.
• Problem solving Supporting
  In the posting: “We look for engineers who love solving problems and seek to make an impact on an inspiring mission helping our national security.”
  Show it by: Describes a real problem, the options considered and the one chosen; Shows how the cause was found, not just the fix.
• Teamwork and collaboration Supporting
  In the posting: “We are looking for versatile, motivated and collaborative engineers.”
  Show it by: Says what they did inside a team, not only what 'we' did; Shows how a disagreement was handled.

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