Software Engineer, Entry-Level
About the role
Software Engineers at Muon work on embedded software on satellites and test equipment, physics simulations, customer-facing APIs and services, user interfaces, scheduling algorithms, data pipelines, computer vision, signal processing, cloud systems and more. They make it possible to build, test, launch, and run constellations of satellites for a wide variety of missions.
Entry-level software engineers are expected to bring significant skills and training, and then to quickly develop into experts in their domains to accelerate Muon's Mission with high quality software and systems. They must be a high performer ready to work in an exciting, fast-paced environment that values continuous improvement, embraces taking risks, and crafts the right solutions to delight our customers.
This position is hybrid and requires working on-site in our San Jose, CA office three days per week.
Responsibilities
Take ownership of the code for a new software capability on ground or in space
Propose and iterate on the design for software components
Write tests and monitoring to validate correctness of one's own code
Conduct analysis to support both development and testing
Quickly learn new skills, technology and techniques
Communicate clearly and accurately
Complete work in a timely manner
Required Qualifications
A bachelor's degree in computer science, aerospace engineering, computational mathematics or a related field
Proficient in C++, Python, TypeScript or a similar high-level language
Coursework or relevant experience in operating systems, algorithms, data structures, physics and statistics
Desirable Qualifications
Expertise in embedded software, network protocols, hardware and software testing, FPGA programming, GPU programming or other relevant disciplines
Experience with satellites, robots, or other autonomous systems
Previous experience on technical project teams (i.e. programming, robotics or rocket club, etc.)
Understanding of orbital mechanics
Experience with mathematical optimization, machine learning, signal processing or advanced algorithms
Experience with cloud environments and distributed systems
Advanced coursework or experience in physics, statistics, distributed systems, or embedded software
Salary
The salary range for this role is $142,000 - $169,000, plus a competitive equity grant and comprehensive benefits package. Final compensation will be determined based on skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location as assessed during the interview process.