Security Software Engineer, Starlink

InvestedintheMission; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Product Security Engineer for Starlink to influence software security across product lines. You will design cryptographic services, secure boot, and security features for Starlink systems, while partnering with other teams to improve security posture.

The role requires strong software engineering and cryptography background, with a focus on secure, scalable infrastructure. We value experience with TPMs/HSMs, network protocols, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or STEM, or 2+ years of security software development experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience with one or more programming languages (Python, C++, Golang).
• Experience designing and implementing security solutions for operating systems, distributed systems, or large-scale infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Design and build security infrastructure for Starlink, including cryptographic services and other security-critical services.
• 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 implementation and recommendations to other teams.
• Build prototypes and help identify, design, and test security improvements.
• Advance our mission of providing secure and reliable Internet to underserved communities.

Skills

Software engineering

Applied cryptography

Network security

OS security

Secure boot

Incident response

Vulnerability research

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in CS/ STEM

Tools

TPMs

HSMs

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Product Security Engineer for Starlink to influence software security across product lines. You will design cryptographic services, secure boot, and security features for Starlink systems, while partnering with other teams to improve security posture.

The role requires strong software engineering and cryptography background, with a focus on secure, scalable infrastructure. We value experience with TPMs/HSMs, network protocols, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced,