BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience in software development in Python, Golang, or Rust in lieu of a degree
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Experience developing software using modern security best practices (i.e. TLS, Zero-Trust)
- Experience with one or more of the following: SAML/OIDC, mutual TLS, networking, firewalls, vulnerability identification and reduction, threat hunting, container-based security
- Developed, debugged, and deployed software that has been used in real-world security applications/projects
- Experience building automation between tools and systems
- Deep understanding of testing, continuous integration, build, deployment & continuous monitoring
- Familiarity with enterprise security controls and security best practices for Windows, Linux, and Mac systems
- Flexibility, communicating clearly, and establishing and maintaining productive working relationships with other engineering teams
- Ethical character and uncompromised integrity
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Willingness to work extended hours and weekends when needed
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range:
Security Software Engineer /Level I: $130,000.00 - $150,000.00/per year
Security Software Engineer /Level II: $145,000.00 - $175,000.00/per year
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.