security software engineer

Canonical

<div>
 Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Our customers include the world's leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders in many sectors. The company is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office-based roles. Teams meet two to four times yearly in person, in interesting locations around the world, to align on strategy and execution.
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 The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing.
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 Canonical is looking for exceptional security-focused software engineers to be integrated across product teams. While they also contribute to the product as engineers, their primary focus is to challenge the entire team to think more deeply about security through state-of-the-art practices such as threat modeling, table-top exercises, architecture and design reviews, static analysis tools, and fuzzing, among others.
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 These roles encompass all aspects of product security, including feature development, vulnerability response, proactive security, and open source community participation. Engineers in these roles collaborate closely with other Canonical teams, customers, and partners across the open source ecosystem.
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 Each product engineering team at Canonical reserves one or two openings for security-oriented software engineers. We also develop a number of products driven entirely by security needs, such as our AppArmor kernel investments and the Ubuntu Security Guide (USG). As the publisher of Ubuntu, we also handle long-term security response for the entire operating system and open source ecosystem. Working with tens of thousands of upstreams means that we need to be fluent in every major programming language and design, build, and adopt sophisticated tools that enable us to work at scale and speed with confidence.
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 Apply here if you are an exceptional security-focused software engineer, passionate about open source, and excited by Canonical's products and mission.
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 This role requires the ability to be productive in a globally distributed team through strong self-discipline and motivation. It also involves mandatory international travel at least twice a year, typically for one week.
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 Location: Worldwide, this is a globally remote role
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 What you'll do
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 Security roles might tackle any of the following:
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   Define, implement, and document new security features
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   Lead security-focused initiatives within a product engineering team
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   Analyze, fix, and test vulnerabilities in open source software
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   Contribute to Ubuntu and upstream open source projects to benefit the community
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   Audit and analyze source code for vulnerabilities
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   Integrate new tools into our security infrastructure, pipelines, and processes
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   Achieve and retain various security certifications
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   Extend and enhance Linux cryptographic components to meet country-specific compliance requirements, such as FIPS and Common Criteria (CC) certifications
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   Work with external partners to develop Center for Internet Security (CIS) benchmarks
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   Design and develop hardening automation for Ubuntu
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   Stay up to date with trends and developments in the security industry
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   Develop, test, and maintain new software capabilities
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   Provide guidance and support to other engineering teams on security best practices
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 What we are looking for in you
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   An exceptional academic track record from both high school and university
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   Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or a compelling narrative about your alternative path
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   A track record of going above and beyond expectations
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   Thorough understanding of the common categories of security vulnerabilities and how to fix them
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   Knowledge of modern software engineering techniques
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   Familiarity with open source development tools and methodologies
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   Skill in one or more of C, C++, Python, Go, Rust, Java, Ruby, PHP, or JavaScript/Typescript
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   Experience as a security champion
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   Experience driving security within a wider SSDLC process
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   Professional written and spoken English
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   Experience with Linux (Debian or Ubuntu preferred)
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   Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability
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   Passion, thoughtfulness, and self-motivation
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   Excellent communication and presentation skills
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   Results-oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitments
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 Optional skills we also value
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   Clear and effective communication with both the team and Ubuntu community members
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   Experience working with the Linux kernel
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   Experience with security certifications and knowledge of FIPS and/or Common Criteria (CC)
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   Experience with OVAL (Open Vulnerability Assessment Language)
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   Knowledge of cryptographic modules such as OpenSSL and Libgcrypt
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   Knowledge of low-level Linux cryptography APIs
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   Demonstrated ability to learn quickly
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   Performance engineering experience
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 What we offer you
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 We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognize outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus. We provide all team members with additional benefits, which reflect our values and ideals. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.
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   Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
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   Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
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   Annual compensation review
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   Recognition rewards
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   Annual holiday leave
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   Maternity and paternity leave
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   Employee Assistance Programme
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   Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
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   Priority Pass, and travel upgrades for long haul company events
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  About Canonical
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 Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open source projects and the platform for AI, IoT and the cloud, we are changing the world on a daily basis. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence - in order to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Canonical has been a remote-first company since its inception in 2004. Working here is a step into the future, and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.
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 Canonical is an equal opportunity employer
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 We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.
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Security Software Engineer

SpaceX

<div><div><p>SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.</p></div><p><b>
SR. SECURITY SOFTWARE ENGINEER (STARSHIELD)</b></p>
<p>
Starshield leverages SpaceX's Starlink technology and launch capability to support national security efforts. While Starlink is designed for consumer and commercial use, Starshield is designed for government use, with an initial focus on earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads. The Starshield team is building highly reliable in-space mesh networks, designing secure systems to guarantee access to space, designing next-gen communication and sensing software, and more.</p>
<p>
As a Sr. Security Software Engineer you will influence the security of software across our product lines. We are looking for people with a track record of shipping reliable software and who have a broad understanding of the security design of today's Internet, including the cryptographic primitives involved. You see the big picture, prioritize accordingly, and are comfortable with working at different levels of abstraction. Ideally, you have notable skills in one or more of the following:</p>
<ul>
<li>Software engineering</li>
<li>Applied cryptography</li>
<li>Network security</li>
<li>Operating system security</li>
<li>Secure/authenticated boot</li>
<li>Incident response and adversary detection</li>
<li>Vulnerability research</li>
</ul>
<p>Being flexible, communicating clearly, and establishing and maintaining productive working relationships with other engineering teams are paramount to success. 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, then you will fit right in.</p>
<p><b>
RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Design and build security infrastructure for Starshield, including cryptographic services and other security-critical services</li>
<li>Develop security features for Starshield systems, including our router, dish, gateways, and satellites</li>
<li>Design security into factory processes and provide network services in support of this</li>
<li>Maintain existing production systems and improve security posture via both direct implementation and recommendations to other teams</li>
<li>Build prototypes and help identify, design, and test security improvements</li>
</ul>
<p><b>BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree in computer science or another STEM discipline and 5+ years of professional experience in security software development; OR 7+ years of professional experience in security software development in lieu of a degree</li>
<li>Experience with one or more software development languages (i.e. Python, C++, Golang)</li>
<li>Experience designing and implementing security solutions for operating systems, distributed systems, or other enterprise/large-scale infrastructure</li>
</ul>
<p><b>PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Experience contributing security improvements to complex systems</li>
<li>Experience working with special purpose security hardware such as trusted platform modules (TPMs) and hardware security modules (HSMs)</li>
<li>Fundamental understanding of network protocols; including the TCP/IP stack as well as UDP based protocols</li>
<li>Experienced in navigating large, complex, interactive systems</li>
<li>Flexibility, communicating clearly, and establishing and maintaining productive working relationships with other engineering teams</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal</li>
<li>Ability to work both independently and in a team</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to deal with ambiguity and to learn new technologies quickly</li>
<li>Advanced degree in a technical or engineering discipline</li>
<li>Active Top Secret, Top Secret SCI, or DOE Level Q clearance</li>
</ul>
<p><b>ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed</li>
<li>This position requires successfully obtaining and maintaining a Top Secret Security Clearance as a condition of employment. While the clearance may not be immediately necessary upon hire, we encourage you to initiate the application process promptly upon accepting this offer. Your ability to secure the necessary clearance is essential for fulfilling key responsibilities of the role. Should you be unable to obtain it, SpaceX reserves the right to modify or terminate your employment to align with operational needs.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:</b></p>
<div>
Pay Range:</div>
<div>Security Software Engineer /Senior: $168,000.00 - $230,000.00/per year</div>
<p>
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.</p>
<p>
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 and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.</p><p></p><div><p><b><br>
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>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. &sect; 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. &sect; 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.</li>
</ul>
<p>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.</p>
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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 reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com<i>.</i></p></div></div>

Sr. Security Software Engineer (Starshield)

<div><div><p>SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.</p></div><p><b>
SECURITY SOFTWARE ENGINEER, APPLIED COMPUTING (STARSHIELD)</b></p>
<p>
Starshield leverages SpaceX's Starlink technology and launch capability to support national security efforts. While Starlink is designed for consumer and commercial use, Starshield is designed for government use, with an initial focus on earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads. The Starshield team is building highly reliable in-space mesh networks, designing secure systems to guarantee access to space, designing next-gen communication and sensing software, and more.</p>
<p>
As a Security Software Engineer, you will leverage AI to automate security-related efforts and ensure safe AI integration into new and existing systems. If you are passionate about AI, security, and pushing the limits of combining both together, this role is for you.</p>
<p>
Ideally, you have notable skills in the following:</p>
<ul>
<li>Software engineering</li>
<li>Agent engineering and security</li>
<li>LLM attack surfaces</li>
<li>Network and operating system security</li>
<li>Incident response and adversary detection</li>
</ul>
<p>Being flexible, communicating clearly, and establishing and maintaining productive working relationships with other engineering teams are paramount to success. 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, then you will fit right in.</p>
<p><b>
RESPONSIBILITIES:
</b></p><ul><li>Design and build security-critical agents for Starshield that automate network and systems defense</li>
<li>Leverage AI to discover and fix security issues in Starshield infrastructure and systems</li>
<li>Provide guidance and perform testing of AI integrations into new and existing Starshield systems</li>
<li>Identify new areas of the program where meaningful security improvements can be gained via automation and AI</li>
<li>Maintain existing production systems and improve security posture via both direct implementation and recommendations to other teams</li>
</ul>
<p><b>BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>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</li>
<li>Experience with one or more software development languages (i.e. Python, C++, Golang)</li>
<li>Experience designing and implementing security solutions for operating systems, distributed systems, or other enterprise/large-scale infrastructure</li>
<li>Experience designing and implementing solutions with LLMs, LLM-based agents, or other AI topics</li>
</ul>
<p><b>PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrated ability to deal with ambiguity, learn quickly, problem solve, and take ownership of the end result</li>
<li>Understanding of core security engineering topics: cryptography, authentication, network security, operating system security</li>
<li>Experience designing, prompting, and securing agents that can perform long-running autonomous tasks</li>
<li>Experience red-teaming/penetration-testing LLMs, including prompt injection, jailbreaking, and data exfiltration</li>
<li>Experience deploying and managing LLMs, including infrastructure and maintenance to ensure reliable, scalable operation</li>
<li>Experience contributing security improvements to complex systems</li>
<li>Flexibility, communicating clearly, and establishing and maintaining productive working relationships with other engineering teams</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal</li>
<li>Ability to work both independently and in a team</li>
<li>Advanced degree in a technical or engineering discipline</li>
<li>Active Top Secret, Top Secret SCI, or DOE Level Q clearance</li>
</ul>
<p><b>ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed</li>
<li>This position requires successfully obtaining and maintaining a Top Secret Security Clearance as a condition of employment. While the clearance may not be immediately necessary upon hire, we encourage you to initiate the application process promptly upon accepting this offer. Your ability to secure the necessary clearance is essential for fulfilling key responsibilities of the role. Should you be unable to obtain it, SpaceX reserves the right to modify or terminate your employment to align with operational needs.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:</b></p>
<p>
Pay range:
</p><p>Security Software Engineer/Level I: $130,000.00 - $150,000.00/per year
</p><p>Security Software Engineer/Level II: $145,000.00 - $175,000.00/per year
</p><p>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.</p>
<p>
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 and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.</p><div><p><b>
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>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. &sect; 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. &sect; 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.</li>
</ul>
<p>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.</p>
<p>
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 reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com<i>.</i></p></div></div>

Security Software Engineer, Applied Computing (Starshield)

Lenovo

<div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>General Information
</b></h3></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Req # </b></div><div>WD00095644
</div></div><div><div><b>Career Area: </b></div><div>Hardware Engineering
</div></div><div><div><b>Country/Region: </b></div><div>United States of America
</div></div><div><div><b>State: </b></div><div>North Carolina
</div></div><div><div><b>City: </b></div><div>Morrisville
</div></div><div><div><b>Date: </b></div><div>Monday, March 2, 2026
</div></div><div><div><b>Working Time: </b></div><div>Full-time
</div></div><div><div><b>Additional Locations</b>:
<ul><li>United States of America - North Carolina - Morrisville
</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Why Work at Lenovo
</b></h3></div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div>We are Lenovo. We do what we say. We own what we do. We WOW our customers.</div><div></div><div><br>
Lenovo is a US$69 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #196 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world&rsquo;s largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo&rsquo;s continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY).</div></div><br>
<div></div><br>
<div>This transformation together with Lenovo&rsquo;s world-changing innovation is building a more inclusive, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. To find out more visit <b>www.lenovo.com</b>, and read about the latest news via our <b>StoryHub</b>.</div>
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Description and Requirements
</b></h3></div></div><div><div><div><div><p>We are looking for a motivated AI Security Software Engineer Intern to join our engineering team and help build, test, and secure next‑generation Generative AI (GenAI) applications. This internship is designed for undergraduate students who are excited to learn, contribute, and gain hands-on experience working with modern AI systems in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. As an intern, you will work alongside experienced engineers to develop scalable software solutions, explore AI security best practices, and gain exposure to real-world GenAI deployment challenges.</p><p></p><p><b>
What You&rsquo;ll Do</b></p><ul>
<li>Collaborate with a team of engineers to develop, deploy, and maintain Generative AI applications</li>
<li>Assist with A/B testing to evaluate and improve system performance and user experience</li>
<li>Write, test, and optimize code using Python, Java, and related technologies</li>
<li>Learn about Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) and apply secure coding best practices</li>
<li>Support the integration of backend services and APIs for AI-powered applications</li>
<li>Stay current with the latest trends and advancements in Generative AI, machine learning, and security</li>
<li>Contribute ideas, take ownership of tasks, and participate in team discussions and reviews</li>
</ul><p></p><p><b>Basic Qualifications</b></p><ul>
<li>Currently pursuing a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Data Science, or a related field</li>
<li>Strong foundation in computer science and programming concepts</li>
<li>Demonstrated problem-solving skills and attention to detail</li>
<li>Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills</li>
<li>Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively within a team</li>
<li>Willingness and ability to work onsite in Morrisville, NC</li>
</ul><p></p><p><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></p><ul>
<li>Familiarity with Python and exposure to AI/ML frameworks such as PyTorch</li>
<li>Experience or coursework involving Linux, Bash scripting, and Git</li>
<li>Understanding of API design, backend services, and performance optimization</li>
<li>Exposure to Large Language Models (LLMs<b>)</b> and real-time AI systems</li>
<li>Previous internship, research experience, or academic projects in AI, ML, NLP, DL, or LLMs</li>
<li>Experience with or interest in tools such as DeepSpeed, FSDP, vLLM, Llama.cpp, or similar LLM inference/serving libraries</li>
</ul><br>
</div></div><div><div><div><i>We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class.</i></div>
</div></div></div></div></div><div></div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Additional Locations</b>:
<ul><li>United States of America - North Carolina - Morrisville</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div>

AI Security Software Engineer Intern - Summer 2026

<div><div><p>SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.</p></div><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
SR. PRODUCT SECURITY ENGINEER (STARSHIELD)</b></p>
<p>
Starshield leverages SpaceX's Starlink technology and launch capability to support national security efforts. While Starlink is designed for consumer and commercial use, Starshield is designed for government use, with an initial focus on earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads. The Starshield team is building highly reliable in-space mesh networks, designing secure systems to guarantee access to space, designing next-gen communication and sensing software, and more.</p>
<p>
As a Sr. Product Security Engineer you will influence the security of software across our product lines. We are looking for people with a track record of shipping reliable software and who have a broad understanding of the security design of today's Internet, including the cryptographic primitives involved. You see the big picture, prioritize accordingly, and are comfortable with working at different levels of abstraction. Ideally, you have notable skills in one or more of the following:</p>
<ul>
<li>Software engineering</li>
<li>Applied cryptography</li>
<li>Network security</li>
<li>Operating system security</li>
<li>Secure/authenticated boot</li>
<li>Incident response and adversary detection</li>
<li>Vulnerability research</li>
</ul>
<p>Being flexible, communicating clearly, and establishing and maintaining productive working relationships with other engineering teams are paramount to success. 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, then you will fit right in.</p>
<p><b>
RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Design and build security infrastructure for Starshield, including cryptographic services and other security-critical services</li>
<li>Develop security features for Starshield systems, including our router, dish, gateways, and satellites</li>
<li>Design security into factory processes and provide network services in support of this</li>
<li>Maintain existing production systems and improve security posture via both direct implementation and recommendations to other teams</li>
<li>Build prototypes and help identify, design, and test security improvements</li>
</ul>
<p><b>BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree in computer science or another STEM discipline and 5+ years of professional experience in security software development; OR 7+ years of professional experience in security software development in lieu of a degree</li>
<li>Experience with one or more software development languages (i.e. Python, C++, Golang)</li>
<li>Experience designing and implementing security solutions for operating systems, distributed systems, or other enterprise/large-scale infrastructure</li>
</ul>
<p><b>PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Experience contributing security improvements to complex systems</li>
<li>Experience working with special purpose security hardware such as trusted platform modules (TPMs) and hardware security modules (HSMs)</li>
<li>Fundamental understanding of network protocols; including the TCP/IP stack as well as UDP based protocols</li>
<li>Experienced in navigating large, complex, interactive systems</li>
<li>Flexibility, communicating clearly, and establishing and maintaining productive working relationships with other engineering teams</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal</li>
<li>Ability to work both independently and in a team</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to deal with ambiguity and to learn new technologies quickly</li>
<li>Advanced degree in a technical or engineering discipline</li>
<li>Active Top Secret, Top Secret SCI, or DOE Level Q clearance</li>
</ul>
<p><b>ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed</li>
<li>This position requires successfully obtaining and maintaining a Top Secret Security Clearance as a condition of employment. While the clearance may not be immediately necessary upon hire, we encourage you to initiate the application process promptly upon accepting this offer. Your ability to secure the necessary clearance is essential for fulfilling key responsibilities of the role. Should you be unable to obtain it, SpaceX reserves the right to modify or terminate your employment to align with operational needs.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:</b></p>
<div>
Pay Range:</div>
<div>Security Software Engineer /Senior: $168,000.00 - $230,000.00/per year</div>
<p>
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.</p>
<p>
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 and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.</p><p></p><div><p><b><br>
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>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. &sect; 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. &sect; 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.</li>
</ul>
<p>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.</p>
<p>
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 reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com<i>.</i></p></div></div>

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