2 months ago
Hawthorne, CA, USAEntry Level / Mid Level
H1B sponsor
Base Salary
$130k - $195k/yr
Responsibilities
- Design and build Starlink security infrastructure, including cryptographic and other security-critical services.
- Develop security features for Starlink routers, dishes, gateways, satellites, and related systems.
- Design security into factory processes and provide supporting network services.
- Maintain production systems and improve their security posture through direct implementation and recommendations to other teams.
- Build prototypes and identify, design, and test security improvements.
- Support the mission of providing secure and reliable Internet access to underserved communities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or another STEM discipline, or 2+ years of professional experience in security software development in lieu of a degree.
- Experience with at least one software development language, such as Python, C++, or Golang.
- Experience designing and implementing security solutions for operating systems, distributed systems, or other enterprise-scale infrastructure.
- Preferred experience includes security improvements for complex systems, TPMs, HSMs, TCP/IP, UDP-based protocols, and navigating large interactive systems.
- Advanced degree in a technical or engineering discipline is preferred.
- Must communicate effectively, work independently and collaboratively, learn new technologies quickly, and handle ambiguity.
- Must satisfy applicable ITAR eligibility or authorization requirements.
Benefits
- Eligible for company stock or long-term cash awards, potential discretionary bonuses, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan, short- and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, discounts, and other perks.
- Three weeks of accrued paid vacation, 10 or more paid holidays annually, and paid sick leave.
- May require extended hours and weekend work as needed.
About SpaceX
SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches orbital rockets and spacecraft, and operates Starlink, a global satellite internet network for consumers, businesses, and governments. Its revenue comes from commercial and government launch services (Falcon 9/Falcon Heavy, Dragon cargo and crew to the ISS) and subscription broadband with Starlink hardware and service. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Hawthorne, California, the privately held company serves NASA and commercial satellite operators, building most systems in-house.