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Junior Software Engineer, Security (Starship)

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Jobright.ai Jobright is an AI-powered career platform that helps job seekers discover the top opportunities in the US. We are NOT a staffing agency. Jobright does not hire directly for these positions. We connect you with verified openings from employers you can trust. Job Summary: SpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. As a Software Engineer on the Starship Software team, you will define and build the security infrastructure to protect Starship vehicles and communications from unauthorized access and other attacks, while collaborating with a larger software team to maintain secure software practices. Responsibilities: • Design and build security infrastructure for Starship, including but not limited to: • Authentication and encryption protocols • Identity management and automation • Software integrity solutions such as secure boot and code hardening • Utilizing specialized hardware including hardware security modules and cryptographic accelerators • Backend services and automation powering network security systems • Own all aspects of software development, including design, testing, and integration to the mission • Work with counterpart engineering teams to develop and maintain launch and vehicle software, crossing all required software domains necessary to implement and verify control of the pad, ship, and booster to meet mission objectives • Define and lead impactful projects that enable the mission of Starship • Continuously improve software standards and software engineering best practices within Starship Software Qualifications: Required: • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering or other engineering discipline; OR 2+ years of professional software development experience in lieu of a degree • At least 1 year of project experience with C++, Python, or Rust Preferred: • Proven skills and knowledge of C++, Rust, or other systems programming language • Experience building or working with real-time embedded systems or distributed computing systems • Experience contributing security improvements to complex systems • Experience working with special purpose security hardware (cryptographic accelerators / hardware security modules) • Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing • Thorough knowledge of computer architecture and networking • Creative approach to first-principles problem solving • Ability to work independently and in a team, take initiative, and communicate effectively Company: SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft. Founded in 2002, the company is headquartered in Hawthorne, California, USA, with a team of 1001-5000 employees. The company is currently Late Stage. Seniority level

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