Embedded Senior Crypto Software Developer (m/f/d)

Job Title

Embedded Senior Crypto Software Developer (m/f/d)

Role Summary

Implement and optimize cryptographic libraries and software countermeasures for embedded platforms within NXP's Competence Center Crypto & Security. Deliver secure, high-performance cryptographic software and support product certification and security evaluations across automotive, payment, identification, mobile, IoT and industrial domains.

Experience Level

Senior - typically 5+ years of relevant industry experience in cryptography and embedded security.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include design, implementation, integration and validation of cryptographic software and protections against physical attacks.

• Specify and implement cross-platform cryptographic algorithms, including Post-Quantum candidates.
• Design, implement and validate software countermeasures against side-channel analysis (SCA) and fault-injection (FI) attacks.
• Collaborate with security architects, internal evaluation teams, OS and firmware teams for secure integration and evaluation.
• Own technical topics through design, implementation, code reviews, architectural contributions and planning.
• Work with test and platform engineers to ensure product quality and support certification efforts (e.g., Common Criteria).

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and experience; items labeled nice-to-have are optional.

• 5+ years relevant industry experience in cryptography and embedded security, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven implementation experience with cryptographic primitives (e.g., ECC, RSA, AES, SHA-2/SHA-3).
• Embedded software development in C and assembly; solid knowledge of microcontroller architectures (ARM Cortex-M, RISC-V).
• Experience with hardware and software countermeasures against side-channel and fault-injection attacks.
• Strong debugging and analysis skills; proactive team player with a sense of ownership.
• Nice-to-have: experience in Post-Quantum Cryptography and Rust.

Education Requirements

BSc, MSc or PhD in mathematics, cryptography, computer science, electronic/electrical engineering, information technology or a relevant discipline - or equivalent practical experience.

About the Company

Company: NXP Semiconductors

Headquarters: Nijmegen, Netherlands

NXP Semiconductors N.V. is a global semiconductor company that provides High Performance Mixed Signal and Standard Product solutions. With over 45,000 employees and operations in more than 35 countries, NXP is a leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, catering to automotive, industrial IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets. The company is committed to innovation and sustainability, advancing a smarter, safer, and more sustainable world through technology.