Member Of Technical Staff, Special Programs

SpaceX

Palo Alto, CA, United States
Base: $150,000.00 - $350,000.00 py; bonus/equity: ...
On-site
Bachelor's degree in cs or stem discipline
2+ years professional software development experience
Python proficiency for scalable systems
SpaceX is seeking a Member of Technical Staff for Special Programs in Palo Alto, CA, focusing on engineering AI capabilities for government applications. The role requires strong software engineering skills, particularly in AI/ML, and the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders while adhering to ethical standards

Job Summary

  • This team focuses on engineering and deploying AI capabilities to make them maximally useful for missions while upholding safety and ethical standards.
  • The role involves designing production-grade code and features with a bias toward speed, simplicity, and measurable impact for government systems.
  • Employees are eligible for long-term incentives including company stock options, comprehensive medical coverage, and 3 weeks of paid vacation.

Matching Summary

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SpaceX is seeking a Member of Technical Staff for Special Programs in Palo Alto, CA, focusing on engineering AI capabilities for government applications. The role requires strong software engineering skills, particularly in AI/ML, and the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders while adhering to ethical standards.

Salary

Base: $150,000.00 - $350,000.00 per year; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for stock options, stock awards, and discretionary bonuses; Benefits: Medical, vision, dental, 401(k), parental leave, and paid holidays

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in CS or STEM discipline
  • 2+ years professional software development experience
  • Python proficiency for scalable systems
  • Experience with large language models or generative AI
  • Ability to obtain Top Secret Security Clearance

Nice-to-have

  • Familiarity with government public sector environments
  • Strong product sensibility for ambiguous needs
  • Experience with cloud platforms like AWS or GCP
  • Background in AI safety or responsible AI deployment
  • Contributions to open-source AI projects

Key Requirements

  • Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends
  • 20% travel may be required to government sites
  • Must successfully obtain and maintain Top Secret Security Clearance
  • U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee status required per ITAR

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship, lawful permanent resident (green card), refugee, or asylee status

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