Sr. Software Engineer, Security (Starship)

Hawthorne, CAfull time

On Site

senior

$160k–$225k

H1B: no

SpaceX Sr. Software Engineer on the Starship Software team responsible for defining and building security infrastructure protecting Starship vehicles and related systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to establish secure software development practices and lead impactful security projects.

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

Bachelor's degree in computer science4+ years of experience C++Proven skills and knowledge of C++Strong skills in debugging

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

Benefits

Dental
Vision
401(k)
Parental Leave
Life Insurance

Company

SpaceX

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