Product Security Engineer (Starlink)

SpaceX

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Work type: On-site
Location: Hawthorne, CA
Salary: $130,000–$155,000 / yr
Posted: 3 days ago
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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This role $142k

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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 · Product Security Engineer (Starlink)

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Join the cutting-edge security team at Hawthorne, CA as a senior software engineer specializing in applied cryptography and network security. You will work on developing robust security solutions, including secure boot mechanisms and vulnerability research, to protect complex systems from sophisticated threats. The ideal candidate possesses expertise in operating system security, authentication protocols, and is proficient with C/C++, Python, and other relevant programming languages. This role demands a deep understanding of cryptographic algorithms and network protocols, as well as experience in large-scale deployment and maintenance of secure systems.

Skills

Applied_Cryptography Network_Security Operating_System_Security Secure_Boot Authenticated_Boot Vulnerability_Research

What you'll do

Design and implement secure software solutions using applied cryptography.
Conduct vulnerability research to identify and mitigate security risks.
Develop network security protocols to protect data integrity and confidentiality.
Enhance operating system security features to prevent unauthorized access.
Implement secure boot mechanisms to ensure system integrity from startup.

What we're looking for

Extensive experience in software engineering and applied cryptography.
Proficiency in network security and operating system security practices.
Expertise in secure/authenticated boot processes.
Strong background in vulnerability research and mitigation techniques.
ITAR compliance knowledge for U.S. Department of State requirements.

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