Principal (VSE)

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Embedded Software Developer with strong expertise in Linux-based systems, embedded development, and cybersecurity. This role involves architecting and delivering secure, mission-critical in-vehicle software solutions while collaborating across teams and mentoring engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain embedded software solutions for automotive systems.
• Define requirements, design architecture, and implement new features with minimal supervision.
• Analyze cybersecurity controls for processors and microcontrollers and develop Proof-of-Concepts (PoCs).
• Collaborate with open-source communities to enhance and contribute to software projects.
• Ensure development aligns with standards such as MISRA, SEI CERT, and AUTOSAR.
• Work with CI/CD teams to enhance and customize build and deployment pipelines.
• Partner with QA teams to define testing strategies and support automation efforts.
• Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers on best practices.
• Conduct root cause analysis and drive continuous improvement in product quality.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align on deliverables, timelines, and testing.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives).
• Stay updated with the latest trends in embedded systems and cybersecurity.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in embedded systems software development.
• Strong programming skills in C and C++.
• Hands-on experience with embedded Linux systems, including BSP integration and customization (Yocto preferred).
• Familiarity with RTOS (Real-Time Operating Systems).
• Knowledge of communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART.
• Comfortable working in Linux command-line environments.
• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)

• Experience with embedded security features such as secure boot, TrustZone, filesystem encryption.
• Exposure to Rust programming in production environments.
• Understanding of cryptographic concepts such as TLS, PKI, and key management.
• Knowledge of Linux security tools such as fscrypt, LUKS, dm-verity, and system initialization (systemd).
• Experience with safety and security standards like MISRA, SEI CERT, AUTOSAR.
• Certifications such as OSCP, CISSP, SANS/GIAC, or equivalent.
• Familiarity with frameworks like ISO/SAE 21434, NIST, HIPAA, COBIT, OWASP, ITIL.
• Experience in industries such as automotive, defense, manufacturing, or intelligence.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.