Product Security Engineer (Starshield)

SpaceX

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Work type: On-site
Location: Hawthorne, CA
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 · Product Security Engineer (Starshield)

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As a Product Security Engineer at Starshield, you will join a dedicated team to enhance the security of software across various product lines. Your responsibilities include applying cryptography, securing networks and operating systems, implementing secure boot processes, and conducting vulnerability research. You will work with Python, C++, and Golang to develop robust security solutions that protect against emerging threats. This role requires expertise in software engineering and a deep understanding of security principles to ensure the integrity and reliability of our products at scale.

Skills

Python C++ Golang Applied_Cryptography Network_Security Operating_System_Security Secure_Boot Vulnerability_Research

What you'll do

Conduct vulnerability research to identify and mitigate security flaws.
Implement secure boot mechanisms to ensure system integrity at startup.
Develop cryptographic solutions for data protection and authentication.
Design network security protocols to safeguard communication channels.
Enhance operating system security features to prevent unauthorized access.

What we're looking for

Proficient in Python, C++, and Golang.
Experience in software engineering, cryptography, and network security.
Knowledge of operating system security and secure boot processes.
Conduct vulnerability research and analysis.
ITAR compliance and U.S. Department of State regulations adherence required.

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