This role pays more than
60%
of similar roles. Most pay
$184,793–$237,600
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$220k
versus about
$211k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
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About HP Inc.
HP Inc. is a global technology company that develops and sells personal computers, printers, and related supplies and services. Its products include laptops, desktops, workstations, and printing solutions for consumers and businesses worldwide.
HP Inc. currently has
86 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$137,250–$205,200
across 75 roles with salary data.
Distinguished Technologist - Principal Architect, Platform Security and Firmware Systems serves as a lead architect for hardware rooted Platform Root of Trust within the commercial PC platform. This role involves envisioning and driving the architecture of hardware, firmware, software, and cloud-integrated security capabilities to protect devices from emerging threats. The individual will define roadmaps for endpoint security controllers, firmware resilience, and secure BIOS configuration management while collaborating with research labs, manufacturing, and supply chain teams. Key responsibilities include developing specifications, proof-of-concepts, and technical requirements for cryptographic identity, attestation, and quantum-safe cryptography. Required expertise includes embedded systems, BIOS/UEFI, secure boot, PKI, and tools like PowerShell, C#, Python, and Java. The role addresses critical security challenges including supply-chain assurance, physical tamper resistance, and secure communication across complex hardware and software ecosystems to deliver cohesive system solutions for enterprise customers.