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SpaceX · 16 hours ago

Sr. Software Engineer, Security (Starship)

Hawthorne, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$160K/yr - $220K/yr

4+ years exp

SpaceX is a pioneering aerospace manufacturer and space transportation company focused on enabling human life on Mars. They are seeking a Senior Software Engineer specializing in security for the Starship program, responsible for developing and maintaining security infrastructure to protect Starship vehicles and associated systems from various cyber threats.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design and build security infrastructure for Starship, including but not limited to:

Authentication and encryption protocols

Identity management and automation

Software integrity solutions such as secure boot and code hardening

Utilizing specialized hardware including hardware security modules and cryptographic accelerators

Application level security

Backend services and automation powering network security systems

Own all aspects of software development, including design, testing, and integration to the mission

Work with counterpart engineering teams to develop and maintain launch and vehicle software, crossing all required software domains necessary to implement and verify control of the pad, ship, and booster to meet mission objectives

Define and lead impactful projects that enable the mission of Starship

Continuously improve software standards and software engineering best practices within Starship Software

Qualification

Secure software developmentApplied cryptographyNetwork securityOperating system securityIncident responseC++PythonRustDebuggingPerformance optimizationUnit testingCreative problem solvingTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or science discipline and 4+ years of experience in software development; or 6+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree

4+ years of experience C++, Python, or Rust

Proven skills and knowledge of C++, Rust, or other systems programming language

Experience building or working with real-time embedded systems or distributed computing systems

Experience contributing security improvements to complex systems

Experience working with special purpose security hardware (cryptographic accelerators / hardware security modules)

Experience designing fault tolerant software

Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing

Thorough knowledge of computer architecture and networking

Creative approach to first-principles problem solving

Ability to work independently and in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively

Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed