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Manager, Software Engineering, People (Application Software)

Hawthorne, CAFull-time$195k2026-10-13 → 2026-11-10
No visa sponsorshipCitizens or permanent residents only

Core

Manage software engineering teams building mission-critical People systems (HRIS, payroll, employee lifecycle) to support SpaceX's scaling operations.

Role type

Senior IC software engineering manager (People systems)

Builds

HRIS, payroll, timekeeping, benefits, recruiting, and integrations connecting People with finance and identity systems

Domain

Aerospace / Enterprise Software

Required skills

software development, direct report management, system architecture, performance optimization, web development, database management, technical project management, mentoring, stakeholder collaboration

Preferred skills

full-stack development, Python/C#/Go/Java, Angular/React, PostgreSQL/SQL Server, HRIS/payroll platform experience, SOX compliance, system integration

Technologies

Python, C#, .NET, Go, Java, Angular, React, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Workday, UKG, SAP SuccessFactors, ADP

Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of software supporting People operations, ensure reliability and scalability of systems, provide technical leadership and strategic guidance, drive speed of iteration, set priorities and plan work, own system roadmap, manage software engineering teams, attract and retain talent, conduct performance reviews

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC