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SpaceX · 3 days ago

Sr. Security Software Engineer (Starlink)

SpaceX is a company focused on developing technologies for human exploration of Mars. They are seeking a Sr. Security Software Engineer to influence the security of software across their product lines, particularly for the Starlink broadband internet system.

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Responsibilities

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

Qualification

Security software developmentApplied cryptographyNetwork securityOperating system securitySoftware engineeringIncident responseVulnerability researchSecure/Authenticated bootCommunication skillsTeamworkFlexibility

Required

Bachelor's degree in computer science or another STEM discipline and 5+ years of professional experience in security software development; OR 7+ years of professional experience in security software development in lieu of a degree
Experience with one or more software development languages (i.e. Python, C++, Golang)
Experience designing and implementing security solutions for operating systems, distributed systems, or other enterprise/large-scale infrastructure
Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

Preferred

Experience contributing security improvements to complex systems
Experience working with special purpose security hardware such as Trusted Platform Modules (TPMs) and Hardware Security Modules (HSMs)
Fundamental understanding of network protocols; including the TCP/IP stack as well as UDP based protocols
Experienced in navigating large, complex, interactive systems
Flexibility, communicating clearly, and establishing and maintaining productive working relationships with other engineering teams
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work both independently and in a team
Demonstrated ability to deal with ambiguity and to learn new technologies quickly
Advanced degree in a technical or engineering discipline

Company

SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$11.78B
Key Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
2025-12-12Secondary Market
2025-09-10Secondary Market
2025-08-13Secondary Market· $10M

Leadership Team

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Bret Johnsen
CFO
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Charles Kuehmann
VP Materials Engineering
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