Embedded Security Engineer

Join Applied as an Embedded Security Engineer, where you'll play a crucial role in enhancing our vehicle platform's embedded security architecture. You'll assess and guide security for existing and new products, establish secure boot processes, integrate HSM solutions, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, a fitness stipend, 401(k) match, learning stipend, parental leave, and catered meals.

• Lead the implementation of embedded security architecture across multiple vehicle platforms, ensuring robust security measures are in place.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security into the entire product development lifecycle, from design to deployment.
• Establish and maintain secure boot processes for embedded devices, ensuring the integrity and authenticity of firmware and software components.
• Familiarity with industry-standard security frameworks, protocols, and compliance requirements (e.g., FIPS 140-2, Common Criteria)
• Strong understanding of cryptographic principles, protocols, and algorithms
• MS/BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent
• Expertise in secure boot processes, HSM integration, and BSP maintenance for embedded devices
• Expertise in programming languages commonly used in embedded systems development (e.g., C, C++, Python)
• 5+ years of experience in product or cybersecurity security engineering role
• Proven experience working with automotive embedded systems, including Electronic Control Units (ECUs), in-vehicle networks (e.g., CAN, LIN, Ethernet), and automotive-specific protocols (e.g., AUTOSAR)
• Familiarity with automotive security standards and guidelines such as ISO/SAE 21434, UNECE WP.29, and the Automotive Cybersecurity Best Practices published by organizations like SAE International and Auto-ISAC
• Knowledge of vehicle diagnostics protocols (e.g., OBD-II, UDS) and Over-The-Air (OTA) update mechanisms used in automotive embedded systems, including security considerations for remote software updates and maintenance
• If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles