Hardware Infrastructure Site Reliability Engineer
Role Overview
This senior-level role involves designing, operating, and scaling the hardware and software infrastructure for Starlink, the world's largest satellite constellation. Day-to-day responsibilities include developing automation for on-premise compute resources, managing core infrastructure like databases and monitoring systems, and collaborating with software engineers to build scalable, maintainable products. The engineer will work on-site in Redmond, WA, as part of a team focused on site reliability engineering and developer operations, directly impacting the reliability and growth of a global internet network serving millions of users.
Perks & Benefits
Based on typical tech roles at SpaceX, this position likely offers competitive benefits, opportunities for career growth in cutting-edge aerospace technology, and a collaborative, innovative culture focused on ambitious projects like enabling human life on Mars. While remote work is not explicitly mentioned, the on-premise infrastructure focus suggests an on-site role in Redmond, WA, with standard expectations for full-time hours. The job involves working with advanced systems like Kubernetes and distributed storage, providing hands-on experience in a high-impact environment.
Full Job Description
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
SR. HARDWARE / INFRASTRUCTURE SITE RELIABILITY ENGINEER (STARLINK) At SpaceX we're leveraging our experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world's most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world's largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to 9M+ users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing, and the software that brings it all together. We've only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink's potential global impact and are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink's utility for communities and businesses around the globe.
As an engineer focused on Starlink's software and network infrastructure, you will design, operate and scale the infrastructure we use to run the world's largest satellite constellation and manage a network that handles millions of daily users worldwide. These positions cover a variety of areas ranging from Site Reliability Engineering, to Developer Operations, to our internal Kubernetes platforms. You will develop automation to deploy and manage on-premise compute resources, create highly scalable and maintainable software products, and directly collaborate with engineering across the board.
RESPONSIBILITES:
Develop automation to deploy and manage on-premise compute resources Deploy and manage core infrastructure such as databases, monitoring and distributed storage Closely collaborate with software engineers to create highly scalable, operable and maintainable products Engage in and improve the whole lifecycle of hardware -- from inception and design, through deployment, operation, scaling and retirement Invent tools and processes that enable fast, accurate, and easy-to-use development and deployment systems Hands-on integration and troubleshooting across the entire Starlink stack Create and manage core infrastructure such as databases and software libraries Identify areas for improvement and create innovative solutions that enable high developer velocity
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems/IT, or an engineering discipline and 5+ years of professional experience in systems administration, siPlease mention the word **STAUNCHNESS** and tag RMTY3LjIzNS4xMy4xNg== when applying to show you read the job post completely (#RMTY3LjIzNS4xMy4xNg==). This is a beta feature to avoid spam applicants. Companies can search these words to find applicants that read this and see they're human.
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