Security Software Engineer, Starlink

JobCubby; Bastrop, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Security Software Engineer for Starlink to strengthen security across space and terrestrial systems. You will design cryptographic and security services, implement features across routers, gateways, and satellites, and collaborate with teams to harden production environments.

The role requires a degree in CS or STEM or equivalent security development experience, plus solid experience in Python, C++, or Golang, and a proven ability to design secure solutions for large-scale

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or another STEM discipline; OR 2+ years of professional security software development experience in lieu of a degree
• Experience with one or more software development 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 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 direct 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

Python

C++

Golang

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or STEM

Tools

Trusted Platform Modules (TPMs)

Hardware Security Modules (HSMs)

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Security Software Engineer for Starlink to strengthen security across space and terrestrial systems. You will design cryptographic and security services, implement features across routers, gateways, and satellites, and collaborate with teams to harden production environments.

The role requires a degree in CS or STEM or equivalent security development experience, plus solid experience in Python, C++, or Golang, and a proven ability to design secure solutions for large-scale