Software Tech Lead for Automotive Security Firmware

Job Title

Software Tech Lead for Automotive Security Firmware

Role Summary

Lead development of embedded firmware that implements security and cryptography operations for automotive processing platforms. Deliver, maintain and harden firmware components and related infrastructure while collaborating with cross-functional teams and security experts.

Experience Level

Senior. Title indicates a technical lead; specific years of experience not stated.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include design, implementation, verification and maintenance of security-focused firmware.

• Design, implement and maintain embedded firmware controlling cryptography and security functions.
• Develop and maintain unit and integration tests, and associated firmware infrastructure.
• Apply code-hardening techniques, perform security-focused debugging and validation.
• Work in Agile teams and use software lifecycle and configuration management tools.
• Collaborate with security domain experts to meet automotive software and security standards.

Requirements

Core technical requirements and preferred skills.

• Proven embedded C programming experience; familiarity with scripting and embedded debugging.
• Good understanding of computer architecture and low-level system behavior.
• Fluent English (spoken and written).
• Strong focus on delivering high-quality, reliable firmware.

Nice-to-have:

• Experience with embedded software for security and cryptography.
• Familiarity with automotive software development standards and secure development practices.
• Experience with firmware testing, security validation and secure coding techniques.

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.