SpaceX
Security Software Engineer (Starlink)
About this role
SpaceX is hiring a Security Software Engineer for Starlink to design and implement security infrastructure across satellites, routers, dishes, and ground systems. You'll influence security architecture for one of the world's largest satellite constellations serving millions of users globally.
What you'll do
- Design and build security infrastructure including cryptographic services for Starlink systems
- Develop security features for routers, dishes, gateways, and satellite hardware
- Integrate security into factory processes and manufacturing operations
- Maintain production systems and enhance security posture through implementation and cross-team recommendations
- Build prototypes and identify, design, and test security improvements
- Support mission of providing secure internet to underserved communities
What they're looking for
- Applied cryptography
- Network security and TCP/IP protocols
- Operating system security
- Python, C++, or Golang
- Secure/authenticated boot mechanisms
- Hardware security modules (TPMs, HSMs)
- Incident response and adversary detection
- Vulnerability research
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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 cryptographic services or security infrastructure for large-scale systems.
- How have you approached integrating security into hardware manufacturing or factory processes?