Lead Software Engineer, Application Software (Finance)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directly manage a team of software engineers
• Own all aspects, including prioritization, implementation, and delivery, of a system roadmap
• Provide strong technical leadership with a focus on continuous improvement
• Manage and track multiple priorities while maintaining a focus towards common project goals
• Develop highly reliable and available software systems
• Maintain highest standards of excellence, never settle for the status quo
• Collaborate with other leaders in the department, and across the company, to ensure success for SpaceX
• BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or science discipline and 3+ years of software development experience; OR 6+ years of professional experience building software in lieu of a degree
• 1+ years of experience with object-oriented programming
• 1+ years of experience with leading software teams or projects
• PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
• Programming experience in Python, C#,.NET, Go, Java, or similar object-oriented language
• Front-end experience in Angular, React, or similar JavaScript framework
• Experience with PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or similar database technologies
• 4+ years of experience building single page web applications
• Experience building or integrating with ERP, accounting, or financial planning systems
• Expertise in testing and infrastructure
• Experience with financial data integrity, auditability, and access controls (SOX-aware systems a plus)
• Domain expertise in any of the following:
• Financial systems (GL, AP, AR, close, or FP&A)
• ERP platforms (e.g. SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar)
• Financial integrations, data pipelines, or reporting platforms
• Strong desire to mentor and grow employees
• Able to collaborate across group and department lines with a wide range of engineers and managers, including networking and working in a team development environment