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Sr. Security Engineer, Embedded Software

Planet
San Francisco, California
Full Time
Posted November 13, 2025
$145k - $181k
Not Specified
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Job Description

A Senior Security Engineer, Embedded Software at Planet is responsible for developing and reviewing security tools, conducting security assessments, and maintaining systems to ensure the security of satellite and ground-based space systems, with a focus on embedded software and cybersecurity practices.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and automate security tools for satellite systems
  • Conduct security reviews and code reviews of satellite and ground software
  • Design security measures and perform security assessments of satellite systems
  • Set up and test launch racks and lab equipment for security purposes
  • Perform penetration testing on satellite and ground systems
  • Maintain and monitor systems critical to the SatSec team's mission, such as Hardware Security Modules and network traffic analysis

Requirements

  • Experience with embedded systems.
  • Experience with encryption and cyber security concepts.
  • Six (6) years of work experience in computer science, software engineering, electrical engineering, or a similar field.
  • Proficient in C and Python programming languages.
  • Familiarity with open source tools and frameworks.
  • Excellent technical skills and interpersonal skills.
  • This position requires access to export-controlled information, and employment or hiring of a contractor is contingent upon the candidate's ability to access all applicable export-controlled information without additional export licensing being required by the Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
Generous Paid Time Off in addition to holidays and company-wide days off
16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Remote-friendly work environment
Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Home Office Reimbursement
Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement
Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning
Equity
Commuter Benefits if local to an office
Discretionary short-term and long-term incentives (bonus and equity)
Salary range of $144,500 - $180,600 USD (dependent on experience, skills, and location)

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