New Grad Security Software Engineer for Space Systems

Spacex

Redmond (WA)

On-site

USD 130,000 - 200,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Shuttle service to Redmond office

Stock option eligibility

Medical, vision & dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off (vacation & holidays)

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a New Graduate Software Security Engineer (Class of 26/27) to help secure Starlink systems. You will design and implement security features across satellites and ground infrastructure, working with cryptography, OS security, and incident response.

Graduating in 2026 or 2027, you will join a team building a secure global network. Role emphasizes designing secure systems, prototyping improvements, and collaborating with multiple engineering teams to advance SpaceX's mission and

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in computer science or another STEM discipline.
Experience with one or more software development languages (i.e. Python, C++, Golang).
Graduating in the class of 2026 or 2027.

Responsibilities

Design and build security critical infrastructure for Starlink.
Develop security features for Starlink systems, including 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 direct implementation and cross-team recommendations.
Build prototypes and help identify, design, and test security improvements.
Further SpaceX's mission of providing secure and reliable Internet to underserved communities.