Graduate Software Security Engineer — Space Systems

United States Digital Space LLC; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC in Texas is seeking a new graduate Software Security Engineer to help build secure systems for Starlink. The role emphasizes design and implementation of security features across satellites and terrestrial components. Strong knowledge in cryptography and secure software practices is desired.

Graduates in 2026 or 2027 are encouraged to apply; ITAR requirements apply for government-related technologies. Applicants should be prepared for extended hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or another STEM discipline.
• Experience with one or more software development languages (Python, C++, Golang).
• Experience designing and implementing security solutions for operating systems, distributed systems, or other enterprise/large-scale infrastructure.
• Graduating in the class of 2026 or 2027.

Responsibilities

• Design and build security critical infrastructure for Starlink.
• Develop security features for Starlink systems, including our router, dish, gateways, and satellites.
• Design security into factory processes and provide network services in support of this.
• Maintain existing production systems and improve security posture via implementation and recommendations.
• Build prototypes and help identify, design, and test security improvements.
• Further our mission of providing secure and reliable Internet to underserved communities.

Skills

Software engineering

Applied cryptography

Network security

Operating system security

Secure boot

Incident response

Vulnerability research

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or STEM

Graduating in the class of 2026 or 2027

Tools

TPMs

HSMs

Python

C++

Golang

Job description

United States Digital Space LLC in Texas is seeking a new graduate Software Security Engineer to help build secure systems for Starlink. The role emphasizes design and implementation of security features across satellites and terrestrial components. Strong knowledge in cryptography and secure software practices is desired.

Graduates in 2026 or 2027 are encouraged to apply; ITAR requirements apply for government-related technologies. Applicants should be prepared for extended hours as needed.