Operations Development Engineer (Starlink)
AI summary of the role
This role engineers the operational systems and processes that keep the Starlink network running as it scales to millions of users globally.
What you’ll do
- Develop, implement and scale Starlink Network Operations processes and tools to provide global internet access
- Collect and analyze operations data to identify and implement efficiency improvements for operational processes and workflows
- Collaborate with development teams to analyze the impact of proposed workflow or process changes on operations health and efficiency
- Work with diverse teams across Starlink to develop monitoring, detection and response processes for quick resolution of emergent network events
What you’ll bring
- Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline OR 2+ years of professional experience in software development or data analysis
- Experience utilizing SQL or other query language for data analysis
- Experience with Python
- Must be able to participate in on-call rotation to support critical operations as needed
Technologies
SQL · Python · Prometheus · Grafana · PostgreSQL · Spark SQL · PowerBI · Jupyter · Datahub · AirFlow · SDN · NFV
About SpaceX
Builds reusable launch systems, spacecraft, and the Starlink satellite network to lower the cost of access to space while turning orbital infrastructure into a mass-market connectivity business.
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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. OPERATIONS DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER (STARLINK) Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. We’ve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink’s potential global impact and are looking for best-in-class engineers to help develop the systems that enable providing service in new markets and even greater system performance and growth potential. As an Operations Development Engineer, you will be responsible for engineering the operational systems and processes used to support the Starlink network as it scales to millions of users
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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. OPERATIONS DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER (STARLINK) Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. We’ve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink’s potential global impact and are looking for best-in-class engineers to help develop the systems that enable providing service in new markets and even greater system performance and growth potential. As an Operations Development Engineer, you will be responsible for engineering the operational systems and processes used to support the Starlink network as it scales to millions of users around the globe. Join the team operating the network that is revolutionizing global connectivity and internet access. A successful Operations Development Engineer will create the tools, technology and processes to maintain, operate and evolve the most advanced network in the solar system. You will utilize operational data to identify and prioritize various improvements that improve our operational efficiency and maintain the overall health of operations. You will work with subsystem responsible en [... source excerpt omitted ...] , software engineers, and network engineers to develop alerts, mitigations, and terrestrial assets and drive improvements to core Starlink systems. Through continuous improvement, you will drive process and automation upgrades to the point of minimal manual intervention. You will be responsible for the complete lifecycle of the projects you own, including development, testing, deployment and support. RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop, implement and scale Starlink Network Operations processes and tools to provide global internet access Collect and analyze operations data to identify and implement efficiency improvements for operational processes and workflows and translate it into repo [... source excerpt omitted ...] orting quality for the Network Operations Engineering Team Define and develop department-level metrics and associated dashboards that quantify the health of our operations BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience in software development or data analysis in lieu of a degree Experience utilizing SQL or other query language for data analysis Experience with Python PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 2+ years of experience developing software, analysis, processes, or projects in a rapidly changing, highly demanding environment with ability to run these projects independently Strong design and problem-solving skills, with a fo
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