SpaceX
Embedded Security Engineer (Starlink)
About this role
SpaceX seeks an Embedded Security Engineer to design and implement security infrastructure for Starlink's satellite internet system, spanning cryptographic services, device firmware, and production systems. You'll work across routers, dishes, gateways, and satellites to protect a global broadband network serving millions of users.
What you'll do
- Design and build cryptographic services and security-critical infrastructure for Starlink
- Develop security features for routers, dishes, gateways, and satellite systems
- Integrate security into manufacturing processes and factory network services
- Maintain production systems and recommend security improvements across teams
- Build prototypes and test security enhancements for complex distributed systems
- Support the mission of delivering secure internet to underserved communities
What they're looking for
- Software development (Python, C++, Golang)
- Applied cryptography and cryptographic protocols
- Operating system and network security
- Secure/authenticated boot mechanisms
- TPM/HSM hardware security modules
- TCP/IP and UDP protocol understanding
- Incident response and adversary detection
- Large-scale distributed systems architecture
Benefits
- Work on critical infrastructure impacting millions globally
- Contribute to SpaceX's interplanetary mission
- Access to cutting-edge satellite and embedded systems technology
- Collaborate with world-class security and engineering teams
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SpaceX
SpaceX develops advanced spacecraft and satellite systems, including the Starshield government satellite constellation and Starfall re-entry cargo capsule for global delivery. The company is hiring engineers in avionics integration, software test automation, mechanical design, and hardware reliability to validate flight-critical systems and ensure mission success.
- Website
- spacex.com
Likely interview questions
- Describe your experience designing security solutions for distributed or large-scale systems—what were the key challenges?
- Walk us through how you've implemented cryptographic services in production software; what trade-offs did you consider?