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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.
DATA ENGINEER, REGULATORY (STARLINK)
SpaceX is leveraging its experience 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 5M+ 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.
As we continue to upgrade and expand the constellation, we’re looking for best-in-class data engineers to join the team. This position will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining mission-critical services, tools, processes to simplify and accelerate data accessibility across regulatory/licensing data and other critical Starlink data.
Responsibilities
Build tools and workflows that improve internal efficiency and collaboration, prevent internal data silos and process breakdowns, and scale with global growth
Automate time-intensive, repetitive tasks to significantly reduce manual effort
Fuse data from multiple unstructured sources to build organized, usable data repositories
Create shared tools that enable self-service access, allowing teams to explore and analyze data independently
Build and maintain high quality automation to assist with Starlink’s policy objectives and continued growth
Work closely with Starlink Regulatory and partner teams to assess future needs and position the company accordingly
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, data science, physics, mathematics, or a STEM discipline
1+ years of experience in analytics, data science, data engineering, or software engineering
1+ years of experience in Python and SQL
Preferred Skills And Experience
Understanding of database structures, schema design, query optimizations, ETL development
Experience with Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
Expertise in designing software systems
Front-end experience in React, Angular, or similar JavaScript frameworks
Experience working with in-stream data processing of structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data
Experience creating and managing dashboards using data visualization tools (i.e. Tableau, Power BI)
Exceptional ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences at all organizational levels
Demonstrated ability to take on projects requiring initiative, development of new expertise, and full ownership from inception to completion
Additional Requirements
This position is based in Washington, DC and requires being onsite - remote work not considered
Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time
Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
This role may be subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing
Itar Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C.
1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C.
1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .
Seniority level Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Employment type Full-time
Job function Job function Information Technology
Industries Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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