Software Engineer for Automotive Security Firmware

Job Title

Software Engineer for Automotive Security Firmware

Role Summary

Develop and maintain embedded firmware that implements security and cryptography functions for automotive processors. Work on firmware components and related test infrastructure, apply secure-coding and code-hardening techniques, and follow automotive software development standards.

Experience Level

Mid-level. No specific years of experience stated.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include:

• Implement and maintain firmware that controls and executes security and cryptography operations on embedded platforms.
• Develop and maintain code, unit/integration tests, and supporting infrastructure for firmware components.
• Apply secure-coding practices and code hardening techniques to mitigate attack vectors.
• Debug embedded systems and write scripts/tools to support development and testing.
• Participate in Agile teams, use software lifecycle management tools, and adhere to automotive development standards.
• Collaborate with local and global team members and technical leaders to deliver product requirements.

Requirements

Minimum qualifications and preferred skills:

• Must-have: Practical experience programming embedded systems in C; scripting and debugging skills.
• Must-have: Good understanding of computer architecture.
• Must-have: English proficiency (spoken and written) and the ability to collaborate across teams.
• Must-have: Commitment to delivering high-quality software and to reliable, security-conscious working practices.
• Nice-to-have: Previous experience with embedded software for security and cryptography.
• Nice-to-have: Familiarity with automotive software standards and security certification processes.

Education Requirements

Not specified.

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.