Sr. Wi-Fi Software Engineer

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Sr. Wi-Fi Software Engineer in USA

SpaceX
Full time
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USA
08/26/2026
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Palo Alto, CA

Responsibilities

Drive the Wi-Fi software and product roadmap.
Debug and optimize kernel-level system performance.
Collaborate with RF and electrical engineers to improve software and hardware testing procedures.
Improve Wi-Fi mesh performance.
Create tools for more frequent and reliable software deployment, test execution, and data analysis within continuous integration and release systems.
Mentor software engineers and help build a strong work culture.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, math, or another STEM discipline plus 5+ years of professional software development experience, or 7+ years of professional software development experience in lieu of a degree.
At least 3 years of development experience in C or C++.
Experience with the IEEE 802.11 wireless standard and networking protocols such as UDP and TCP/IP.
Experience developing embedded software for networking equipment.
Strong knowledge of networks, embedded systems, math, and physics.
Experience testing Wi-Fi for performance or stability.
Knowledge of testing, continuous integration, build, deployment, and continuous monitoring.
Knowledge of DHCP, IPv4, IPv6, Linux bridge, and network stack internals.
Experience with networking kernel modules and drivers.
Experience with Golang, Python, and hostAP is preferred.
Experience driving cross-team projects and understanding security issues associated with distributed systems and internet services is preferred.
Strong communication and leadership skills and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment are preferred.
Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
Must satisfy applicable ITAR eligibility or authorization requirements.

Benefits

Base salary is supplemented by potential stock, stock options, long-term cash awards, discretionary bonuses, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage is provided.
Includes a 401(k) retirement plan, short- and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and paid parental leave.
Employees may accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and receive 10 or more paid holidays per year.
Paid sick leave and other discounts and perks are available.

Salary: $175k - $270k/yr

SpaceX

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