Security Software Engineer (Starshield)

Responsibilities

• Design and build security infrastructure for Starshield, including cryptographic and other security-critical services.
• Develop security features for Starshield routers, dishes, gateways, and satellites.
• 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or another STEM discipline, or 2+ years of professional security software development experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience with one or more software development languages, such as Python, C++, or Golang.
• Experience designing and implementing security solutions for operating systems, distributed systems, or other enterprise-scale infrastructure.
• Preferred experience contributing security improvements to complex systems and working with trusted platform modules and hardware security modules.
• Preferred understanding of network protocols, including TCP/IP and UDP-based protocols.
• Preferred advanced degree in a technical or engineering discipline.
• Preferred active Top Secret, Top Secret SCI, or DOE Level Q clearance.
• Must successfully obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance as a condition of employment.
• Must satisfy stated ITAR eligibility or authorization requirements.
• Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.

Benefits

• Base salary range is $130,000.00-$160,000.00 for Level 1 or $150,000.00-$195,000.00 for Level 2.
• Potential eligibility for company stock or long-term cash awards, discretionary bonuses, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage; 401(k); disability and life insurance; paid parental leave; discounts; and other perks.
• Accrual of 3 weeks of paid vacation, 10 or more paid holidays per year, and paid sick leave under company policy.