Embedded Security Engineer (Starlink)

SpaceX

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Work type: On-site
Location: Redmond, WA
Salary: $130,000–$150,000 / yr
Posted: today

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SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft with the mission of enabling humans to become a multi-planetary species. It operates the Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Starship launch vehicles, as well as the Starlink satellite internet constellation.

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TL;DR · Embedded Security Engineer (Starlink)

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Join a leading-edge team as a Senior Software Engineer specializing in applied cryptography and network security at Redmond, WA. You will work on developing secure boot mechanisms and conducting vulnerability research to enhance the robustness of operating systems. Your day-to-day responsibilities include coding in Python, C++, and Golang while collaborating with experts in cryptography and system-level security. Ideal candidates possess deep knowledge of secure protocols and experience in building resilient software solutions for large-scale enterprise environments. This role demands a strong background in applied cryptography, network security, and an understanding of the complexities involved in securing modern operating systems against sophisticated threats.

Skills

Python C++ Golang Applied_Cryptography Network_Security Operating_System_Security Secure_Boot Authenticated_Boot Vulnerability_Research

What you'll do

Design and implement secure boot mechanisms for operating systems.
Conduct vulnerability research to identify and mitigate security risks.
Develop cryptographic solutions to enhance data protection and privacy.
Work on network security protocols to safeguard communication channels.
Integrate and test security features in software applications.

What we're looking for

Proficient in Python, C++, and Golang.
Experience in software engineering and applied cryptography.
Expertise in network security and operating system security.
Knowledge of secure/authenticated boot processes.
Conducted vulnerability research and analysis.

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