Software Engineer - Platform Security

SpaceXAI's mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure.

All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company's mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All employees are expected to have strong communication skills and should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with teammates.

About the Role

We are seeking a talented and driven Software Engineer to join the Platform Security team, where you will build cutting-edge security solutions to protect our Kubernetes-based infrastructure and advance secure AI-driven systems. In this role, you will design and implement AI-powered security tools, proactively address vulnerabilities, and champion secure engineering practices across the organization.

Ideal candidates are passionate about impactful innovation, excel at writing clean and efficient code, and thrive in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and build AI-driven security tooling and agents using Grok to identify, analyze, and mitigate vulnerabilities in the platform infrastructure and customer-facing applications
• Proactively identify security problems and own the design and implementation end-to-end
• Collaborate and act as a security champion while driving technical decisions across the organization

Basic Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in fast-paced, high-impact environments, ideally at startups or tech-driven companies
• Expertise in Python, Rust, or Go with strong problem-solving skills and a focus on clean, efficient code
• Certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CGEIT, Security+, CASP+, or similar preferred
• Proven experience building tools or systems from scratch with a focus on scalable solutions
• Proficiency in designing scalable backend architectures to support secure systems
• Familiarity with security testing frameworks such as Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, and SAST/DAST
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes for deploying and securing containerized applications
• Knowledge of software supply chain tools, including SBOM management and dependency scanning

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience developing AI-driven security tools or integrating AI into security workflows
• Familiarity with Kubernetes-based environments and securing cloud-native infrastructure
• Ability to drive technical decisions and influence security practices across teams
• Strong collaboration skills in dynamic, cross-functional teams
• Adaptability in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment

Compensation and Benefits

• $100,000 - $258,000 USD
• Equity compensation
• Medical, vision, and dental coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Additional discounts and perks

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