About the job
At SpaceX, we envision a future where humanity is exploring the vast universe, and we are dedicated to making that vision a reality. Our mission is to develop groundbreaking technologies that enable human life on Mars and beyond.
Position: Security Software Engineer, Applied Computing (Starshield)
Join our Starshield team, which utilizes SpaceX's Starlink technology to bolster national security. While Starlink serves consumer and commercial needs, Starshield is tailored for government applications, focusing on earth observation, communication, and hosted payloads. Our mission includes creating highly reliable in-space mesh networks, developing secure systems for guaranteed access to space, and innovating next-generation communication and sensing software.
As a Security Software Engineer, your role will involve harnessing AI to automate security measures and ensure the seamless integration of AI into both new and existing systems. If you are passionate about AI, security, and the challenges of merging the two, this position is an excellent fit for you.
The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in:
- Software engineering
- Agent engineering and security
- LLM attack surfaces
- Network and operating system security
- Incident response and adversary detection
Success in this role requires flexibility, clear communication, and the ability to forge productive relationships with other engineering teams. If you thrive on building high-quality products and enjoy the challenge of outsmarting adversaries on an interplanetary scale, we want to hear from you!

