OS/Platform Software Engineer (Starlink)
Core
Developing secure, deterministic, and performant operating systems and platform software for SpaceX's Starlink satellite constellation and ground-based components.
Role type
Senior IC OS/Platform Software Engineer (Embedded Systems)
Builds
Space-grade silicon bootloaders, Linux-based spacecraft OS, device drivers, and secure update mechanisms for satellite hardware.
Domain
Aerospace / Embedded Systems / Satellite Communications
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
C, C++, Python, Rust, Linux Kernel development, ARM embedded systems, device driver development, secure boot flows, computer architecture, networking stack knowledge, CI/CD pipelines, debugging, performance optimization.
Preferred skills
Linux kernel upstream patches, deep testing knowledge, creative problem solving, analytical skills.
Technologies
Linux, Buildroot, u-boot, ARM, C, C++, Python, Rust
Responsibilities
Maintain in-house branches of OSS software (Linux, Buildroot, u-boot); Support secureboot and runtime security; Maintain spacecraft Ethernet network; Develop and test spacecraft software update processes; Support OS/Platform test infrastructure; Develop device drivers for third-party and in-house components; Interface with Silicon, Electrical, and Application Software Engineers.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
