Software Engineer, C++ (Raptor)

SpaceXHawthorne, CA
Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for exceptional C++ software engineers who thrive on building high-performance, reliable systems that directly impact production speed and quality. Our team develops the core real-time software that powers advanced metal additive manufacturing machines for Raptor engines. In this role, you will own critical software across controls, data acquisition, build logic, and in-situ monitoring — turning complex engineering designs into flight-ready hardware at scale. You will architect production-grade C++ systems that push the limits of speed, precision, and reliability in one of the world’s most demanding manufacturing environments.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, math, or related STEM discipline and 2+ years of professional software development experience; OR 4+ years of professional C++ development experience in lieu of a degree
  • Strong experience writing production-grade, high-performance C++ code
  • Experience with modern CI/CD tools and Linux environments

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with real-time or embedded systems development
  • Familiarity with libraries such as QT, Boost, VTK, CUDA, or build tools like CMake
  • Experience with microcontrollers, FPGAs, or hardware-software integration
  • Background in manufacturing systems, controls software, or additive manufacturing processes (laser powder bed fusion or similar)

Responsibilities

  • Architect and develop high-performance C++ software for production-scale manufacturing systems
  • Design and implement real-time control software, data acquisition pipelines, and monitoring algorithms
  • Collaborate closely with controls, automation, and hardware engineers to integrate software with motion systems, sensors, and laser hardware
  • Continuously improve system reliability, speed, and quality through elegant software solutions
  • Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and architecture discussions to maintain exceptional code quality and best practices
  • Provide first-principles solutions to production engineering challenges, rapidly iterating from concept to deployed software

Benefits

  • Company stock
  • Stock options
  • Long-term cash awards
  • Discretionary bonuses
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Medical coverage
  • Vision coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short-term disability insurance
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Various other discounts and perks
  • 3 weeks of paid vacation
  • 10 or more paid holidays per year
  • Paid sick leave
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