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Site Reliability Engineer, Kubernetes Platform (Starshield)
KubernetesTerraformAnsibleLinuxPythonC++GoBashDocker
About the role
SpaceX is seeking a Site Reliability Engineer for the Starshield Kubernetes Platform. The role involves designing, operating, and scaling infrastructure for the world's largest government satellite constellation. Responsibilities include developing automation for Kubernetes clusters, managing core infrastructure, collaborating with software engineers, and ensuring high availability.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/engineering with 1+ years SRE/DevOps or 3+ without degree, Linux experience, Terraform/Ansible, Kubernetes, Bash/Python, Python/C++/Go. Preferred: Python frameworks, managing K8s, Linux boot, CI/CD, Bazel, performance optimization, distributed databases, automated server management, TCP/IP, communication skills, active Top Secret/SCI clearance. Must work extended hours and obtain Top Secret clearance.
About the company
SpaceX
SpaceX is a leader in the aerospace industry, revolutionizing space technology with its reusable rockets and Starship spacecraft. The company's mission is to make life multiplanetary by developing reliable and cost-effective solutions for Earth orbit, lunar, and Martian travel, while also providing high-speed internet globally through its Starlink satellite constellation.
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