Sr. Software Engineer, Security (Starship)

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
• Application level security
• 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
• BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or science discipline and 4+ years of experience in software development; OR 6+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree
• 4+ years of experience C++, Python, or Rust
• PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
• 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)
• Experience designing fault tolerant software
• Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing
• Thorough knowledge of computer architecture and networking
• Creative approach to first-principles problem solving