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Sr. Software Engineer, Security (Starship)
Hawthorne, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$160K/yr - $220K/yr
4+ years expSpaceX is a pioneering aerospace manufacturer and space transport services company focused on enabling human life on Mars. They are seeking a Sr. Software Engineer for the Starship Software team to design and build security infrastructure for Starship vehicles and related systems, ensuring protection against unauthorized access and other attacks.
Computer Software
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
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
Preferred
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
Benefits
Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
Potential discretionary bonuses
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Short & long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Various other discounts and perks
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
5 days of sick leave per year
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