Security Software Engineer (Starshield)

SpaceX

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Work type: On-site
Location: Palo Alto, 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 · Security Software Engineer (Starshield)

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Join a leading cybersecurity team in Palo Alto as a senior software engineer specializing in applied cryptography, network security, and operating system security. You will work on developing secure boot mechanisms and conducting vulnerability research to enhance the robustness of our products. Day-to-day responsibilities include coding in Python, C++, and Golang to implement cryptographic algorithms and secure protocols, ensuring that systems are resilient against sophisticated threats. This role requires expertise in secure software development practices and a deep understanding of security vulnerabilities. The ideal candidate will have experience with large-scale system architecture and a passion for solving complex security challenges in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Python C++ Golang CI/CD Applied_Cryptography Network_Security Operating_System_Security Vulnerability_Research Secure_Boot Authenticated_Boot

What you'll do

Design and implement secure software solutions using Python, C++, or Golang.
Conduct vulnerability research to identify potential security threats in systems.
Develop cryptographic algorithms and protocols for data protection.
Enhance network security measures by analyzing and mitigating risks.
Implement secure boot processes to ensure system integrity during startup.

What we're looking for

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

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