Software Engineer, Starry
Testing
$110-125k
Next-gen wireless broadband provider
Be an early applicant
Next-gen wireless broadband provider
201-500 employees
Be an early applicant
$110-125k
201-500 employees
Company mission
To create a better internet service that's more affordable without compromising on performance.
Role
Who you are
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or other related disciplines
- Working knowledge of embedded systems and networking concepts, preferably from experience in developing these technologies
- Proficiency with Python, Linux, networking, and bash
- Experience with source control and defect tracking systems (Github, Jira, etc.)
- Strong interpersonal skills and a love of learning
Desirable
- Understanding of wireless communications protocols, e.g. 802.11ac/ax (Wi-Fi)
- Familiarity with electronics labs and test equipment
- Knowledge of languages such as C, C++, and Rust
- Experience with RF systems and concepts
What the job involves
- Design, develop, and extend custom test frameworks, testbeds, and network infrastructure
- Write software that interfaces with Starry hardware, both as a complete system and in test harnesses
- Develop automated scripts in Python to continually improve testing capabilities
- Evaluate product and feature specifications and requirements
Our take
Starry is an internet service provider which uses radio tower and high-rise-mounted transmitters to send high frequency millimeter wave signals to receivers which are connected to a building’s existing wiring network. This approach means the company can provide high speed internet at a low cost while circumventing the need to install fibre cables underground.
This approach offers an interesting alternative in a market where just under a third of consumers have only one choice of broadband provider. Uptake has been positive thus far, but the ultimate success of the company will depend on how well it’s able to roll out its product across the country - particularly in more rural areas where high-rises are less common.
Another potential challenge is the fact that big-name providers like T-Mobile and Verizon are also buying into this Fixed Wireless Access model, though so far Starry has made great strides. It debuted on the New York Stock Exchange in 2022, and has continued to expand its services, including to serve Related Affordable housing communities in Denver.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
14% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 4 rounds)
Apr 2019
$125m
SERIES D
Jul 2018
$100m
SERIES C
Total funding: $288m
Company benefits
- Medical, dental, & vision, no employee contribution required
- Generous vacation policy
- 12 weeks of paid maternal and paternal leave
- Free gym
- Secure bike storage in our Boston office
Company HQ
Downtown Crossing, Boston, MA
Leadership
Chaitanya Kanojia
(Co-Founder & Board Member)Started their career at Product Genesis before founding Navic Networks, where they spent 11 years. Was then CEO of Aereo.
Alex Moullé-Berteaux
(Co-Founder & CEO)Previoulsy served as CMO and COO of the company. Member of the Board of Directors at Candela Medica and Member of the Board of Advisors at Bonfire.
Salary benchmarks
We don't have enough data yet to provide salary benchmarks for this role.
Submit your salary to help other candidates with crowdsourced salary estimates.
Share this job
View 4 more jobs at Starry