Principal Security Software Engineer (Starshield)

SpaceX

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Work type: On-site
Location: Hawthorne, CA
Salary: $220,500–$300,000 / 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 · Principal Security Software Engineer (Starshield)

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As a Principal Security Software Engineer at Starshield in Hawthorne, CA, you will join a high-impact team to enhance the security of software across various product lines. Your responsibilities include developing and implementing robust security solutions such as applied cryptography, network security, operating system hardening, secure boot processes, and conducting vulnerability research. You will work with cutting-edge technologies like Python, C++, and Golang to build scalable and resilient systems that protect against sophisticated cyber threats. This role requires deep expertise in information security and a strong background in software engineering to address complex business challenges at scale within the highly regulated ITAR framework.

Skills

Python C++ Golang Applied_Cryptography Network_Security Operating_System_Security Secure_Boot Vulnerability_Research

What you'll do

Design and implement secure software solutions for product lines.
Conduct vulnerability research to identify and mitigate security risks.
Apply cryptographic techniques to enhance data protection mechanisms.
Develop network security protocols to safeguard communication channels.
Ensure operating system integrity through secure boot processes implementation.

What we're looking for

5+ years of experience in software engineering and applied cryptography.
Proficient in Python, C++, and Golang for developing secure systems.
Expertise in network security, operating system security, and authenticated boot processes.
Strong background in vulnerability research and mitigation strategies.
ITAR compliance certification or equivalent security clearance required.

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