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Python (must)

What this posting asks for

Level: Mid level — The posting asks for 2+ years of experience.

Main responsibilities

• Design and build security infrastructure for Starshield, including cryptographic services and other security-critical services
• Develop security features for Starshield systems, including our router, dish, gateways, and satellites
• Design security into factory processes and provide network services in support of this
• Maintain existing production systems and improve security posture via both direct implementation and recommendations to other teams
• Build prototypes and help identify, design, and test security improvements
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or another STEM discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience in security software development in lieu of a degree
• Experience with one or more software development languages (i.e. Python, C++, Golang)
• Experience designing and implementing security solutions for operating systems, distributed systems, or other enterprise/large-scale infrastructure

Competencies an interviewer will look for

• Technical skill Core
  In the posting: “SECURITY SOFTWARE ENGINEER (STARSHIELD)” · “The Starshield team is building highly reliable in-space mesh networks, designing secure systems to guarantee access to space, designing next-gen communicati…” · “As a Security Software Engineer you will influence the security of software across our product lines.”
  Show it by: Names the tools, languages or systems used and how; Explains a technical choice and its trade-off.
• Communication Core
  In the posting: “While Starlink is designed for consumer and commercial use, Starshield is designed for government use, with an initial focus on earth observation, communicat…” · “The Starshield team is building highly reliable in-space mesh networks, designing secure systems to guarantee access to space, designing next-gen communicati…” · “Being flexible, communicating clearly, and establishing and maintaining productive working relationships with other engineering teams are paramount to success.”
  Show it by: Adapts the message to the listener; Gives an example of explaining something clearly in writing or speech.
• Planning and organisation Core
  In the posting: “You see the big picture, prioritize accordingly, and are comfortable with working at different levels of abstraction.” · “You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the …” · “You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insura…”
  Show it by: Shows how priorities were set when everything was urgent; Mentions deadlines met and how.
• Adaptability and learning Core
  In the posting: “Being flexible, communicating clearly, and establishing and maintaining productive working relationships with other engineering teams are paramount to success.” · “Flexibility, communicating clearly, and establishing and maintaining productive working relationships with other engineering teams” · “Demonstrated ability to deal with ambiguity and to learn new technologies quickly”
  Show it by: Describes learning something new quickly and using it; Shows a change of plan and how they adjusted.
• Stakeholder management Core
  In the posting: “As a Security Software Engineer you will influence the security of software across our product lines.” · “Should you be unable to obtain it, SpaceX reserves the right to modify or terminate your employment to align with operational needs.” · “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, ge…”
  Show it by: Shows how they aligned people with different goals; Explains how they handled a 'no' from someone senior.
• Ownership and accountability Supporting
  In the posting: “Ability to work both independently and in a team”
  Show it by: Takes a task from start to finish without being chased; Owns a mistake and what was changed after it.
• Attention to detail and quality Supporting
  In the posting: “If you are passionate about building quality products, love the challenges of outsmarting adversaries, and want to make an impact on an inter-planetary scale…”
  Show it by: Gives an example of an error caught before it caused harm; Names the check or standard they used.

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