Role Overview
SpaceX is hiring a Senior IT Network Automation Engineer. This is a full-time role in Cape Canaveral. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
SR. IT NETWORK AUTOMATION ENGINEER
SpaceX is looking for an experienced Sr. Network Automation Engineer to help build the tools necessary to support our large and growing network infrastructure. This employee will be a member of the IT Network Engineering team, which is responsible for maintaining a stable, reliable and diverse network. This network supports the designing, manufacturing and launching of rockets, spacecraft, satellites as well as human space flight. The ideal candidate will be a great communicator, able to document their work, excel at multi-tasking and enjoy a fast-paced high-tech environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Build network automation tools to support switch configurations, config backups, software updates, logging, monitoring and alerting
- Create Python scripts to automate manual network processes
- Measure, maintain, and improve the uptime and performance of the corporate network
- Act as technical product owner for infrastructure tools and software used by the network engineering team
- Innovate ways to scale with automation and operational improvements
- Collaborate closely with network engineers to create highly operable and maintainable infrastructure
- Provide mentorship to junior engineers
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or science discipline and 5+ years of network automation, DevOps, network engineering, or site reliability engineering experience OR 8+ years of experience in network automation.
- Experience with Linux operating system
- Automation skills in Python, Go, shell, bash, and/or other languages
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Experience with networking protocols, their application and traffic types: TCP/IPv4/IPv6, gaming, voice, video, broadcast, streaming etc.
- Experience with source code and version control tools such as Git or Subversion
- Comfortable working with mission critical and sensitive systems, with a sense of urgency appropriate to the responsibilities
- Understanding of fundamental networking
- Experience with managing hundreds to thousands of network assets in an automated environment
- Experience with Puppet, Ansible, or other automation frameworks
- Ability to run projects independently
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate with customers, peers, management etc. in both formal and informal situations
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed
- Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Senior IT Network Automation Engineer position at SpaceX?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to SpaceX. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Senior IT Network Automation Engineer position at SpaceX located?
This position is based in Cape Canaveral. SpaceX has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Senior IT Network Automation Engineer at SpaceX earn?
SpaceX has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Senior IT Network Automation Engineer role at SpaceX posted?
This role was posted on April 30, 2026 (53 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
How much experience does the Senior IT Network Automation Engineer role at SpaceX require?
This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. SpaceX lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.
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