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The Senior Embedded Engineer, Cybersecurity joins the Embedded Product Cybersecurity Software team to develop cybersecurity solutions and production software for displays, telematics, machines, engines, and autonomy product lines. This role involves leading cybersecurity objectives, developing network architectures, and creating proof-of-concept solutions for Linux BusyBox-based devices on onboard vehicle networks. The engineer will diagnose Ethernet and IP networking issues using Linux networking utilities, iptables, and Wireshark for protocol analysis. Key responsibilities include translating technical findings into remediation strategies and supporting risk assessments. Candidates must possess software development skills in C++, Rust, and Python, alongside experience with embedded control systems, ECU boot-level software, and middleware. The position focuses on securing embedded systems by addressing technical challenges within vehicle network integration and product development.
Lead cybersecurity objectives, compliance activities, and implementation during the New Product Introduction process.
Develop embedded cybersecurity strategies, network architectures, and production-ready software for Linux BusyBox-based devices.
Translate product cybersecurity issues and technical findings into actionable recommendations and remediation strategies for stakeholders.
Diagnose and resolve embedded Ethernet and IP networking issues using Linux utilities, iptables, and Wireshark.
Support internal and third-party risk assessments and assist cross-functional teams with risk treatment plans.
Create proof-of-concept solutions and deliver cybersecurity features to product development teams.
What we're looking for
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Mechanical Engineering (preferred).
Hands-on experience developing embedded software in C++, Rust, and Python within Linux and BusyBox development environments (preferred).
Demonstrated knowledge of cybersecurity principles for embedded control systems and onboard vehicle networks, including ECU boot-level or middleware software (preferred).
Ability to evaluate software and network architecture alternatives and troubleshoot hardware, software, Ethernet, and IP communications issues using iptables and Wireshark (preferred).
Experience leading complex, cross-functional technical work and communicating risks and remediation actions to stakeholders (preferred).
Knowledge of software development tools, requirements analysis, and system testing strategies.
Ability to diagnose and resolve embedded Ethernet and IP networking issues using Linux networking utilities and protocol analysis tools.
Ability to lead cybersecurity objectives, compliance activities, and implementation during the New Product Introduction process.
C
C++
Rust
Linux
SELinux
ARMv8
Device Drivers
Serial Communication
Computer Networking
Concurrent Programming
IDE
Version Control
Scripting
Software Design
Debugging
Embedded Systems
ASIC
SoC
FPGA
Microcontrollers
Cryptographic Algorithms
CI/CD
Systems Engineering
reverse-engineering
Security Architecture
Verification
Test Development
Operating Systems
AI