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SpaceX

Security Software Engineer (Starlink)

SpaceX

Published 15 May 2026
Redmond, WA
130K - 175K USD Annual
Full Time

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Role Highlights

Languages used

Python
C++
GO

Key skills

Computer Science
Distributed Systems
Operating Systems
Network Security
Infrastructure

Tools, Libraries and Frameworks

Description

The role involves designing and building security-critical infrastructure for the Starlink broadband internet system. The engineer will develop security features for routers, dishes, gateways, and satellites while integrating security into factory processes. Responsibilities include maintaining production systems, improving security posture, and building prototypes to test security enhancements. The position requires collaborating with various engineering teams to identify and implement security improvements. The work contributes to the mission of providing secure and reliable internet access to communities and businesses globally.

Required Qualifications and Skills

Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree in computer science or a STEM discipline, or have at least two years of professional experience in security software development. Proficiency in Python, C++, or Golang is required, along with experience designing security solutions for operating systems or large-scale infrastructure. An advanced technical degree is considered a preferred qualification. Applicants must also meet specific U.S. government export regulation requirements.

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About the company

SpaceX

Size

13529

Founded

HQ

Hawthorne, US

Description

SpaceX designs, manufactures and launches the worlds most advanced rockets and spacecraft. The company was founded in 2002 by Elon Musk to revolutionize space transportation, with the ultimate goal of making life multiplanetary. SpaceX has gained worldwide attention for a series of historic milestones. It is the only private company ever to return a spacecraft from low-Earth orbit, which it first accomplished in December 2010. The company made history again in May 2012 when its Dragon spacecraft attached to the International Space Station, exchanged cargo payloads, and returned safely to Earth a technically challenging feat previously accomplished only by governments. Since then Dragon has delivered cargo to and from the space station multiple times, providing regular cargo resupply missions for NASA. For more information, visit www.spacex.com.

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