Software Engineer (Starlink/Akoustis)

SpaceX•Canandaigua, NY

11h•$100,000 - $195,000•Onsite

About The Position

Akoustis is now operating as a wholly owned subsidiary of SpaceX providing industry leading RF filters using patented XBAW technology to help drive the mission of making human life multi-planetary, while also connecting the world through Starlink. Our work will help further the impact that Starlink is already making to millions of users around the world, while allowing us to broaden that reach dramatically and continue connecting the unconnected here on earth. Akoustis supports the success of Starlink by supplying world class RF filters manufactured with the highest levels of quality and reliability. At Akoustis, we are committed to manufacturing excellence, with a constant focus on yield improvement, cost control, and production throughput. We are seeking a driven, self-motivated Senior Software Developer to join our semiconductor fabrication team focused on producing high-performance RF filter devices. In this role, you will lead software development projects in process automation in the area of software data systems and reporting. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and developing software to implement business and engineering processes they design through communication with various stakeholders. Design work to include defining and documenting system operation and interactions with underlying data systems and reporting.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a STEM discipline and 1+ years of experience building full-stack software; OR 3+ years of professional experience building full-stack software in lieu of a degree (internship experience is applicable)

Nice To Haves

Software development experience in C#, .NET, Python, Go, Java or similar object-oriented language
Front-end experience in Blazor, Angular, React, or similar JavaScript framework
Experience in SECS/GEM semiconductor manufacturing automation
Deep understanding of version control, testing, continuous integration, build, deployment & monitoring
Skill in writing SQL and database schema design, preferably in MariaDB or MySQL
Experience with Docker application deployment or related technology
Familiarity with Microsoft Power BI or similar Business Intelligence platforms
Experience with MES, ERP, or related enterprise systems
Expertise in designing software systems
Strong written, verbal, and organizational communication skills
Ability to lead teams and successful in completing projects on time.
Ability to collaborate with teams to define specifications and deliverables
Strong focus and interest in designing, architecting, and implementing excellent, bug-free software

Responsibilities

Develop highly reliable software solutions that are used across Akoustis production and engineering
Create new applications that improve how Akoustis production operates
Build prototypes to prove out key design concepts and quantify technical constraints
Deep dive into users’ problems to find and create efficient solutions
Integrate production automation software with manufacturing equipment
Display ownership throughout and following the release process for applications
Develop and maintain the infrastructure used to execute internal and external operations
Collaborate with the engineering and operations team to validate software effectiveness
Collaborate closely to develop highly efficient systems, tools, and dashboards
Follow and maintain high software standards and software engineering best practices

Benefits

long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards
potential discretionary bonuses
ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
401(k) retirement plan
short and 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