Embedded Software Engineer

Job Description

Work Status: On-Site Full Time
Salary range: $121.000 - $150.000

About the Job Posting
Mid-level embedded software engineer to design and deliver security-focused features for encrypted storage solutions, including cryptography and FIPS readiness.

Job Description
We are seeking an embedded software engineer for a San Diego-based organization to design and deliver security-focused features for encrypted storage products, including implementation of modern cryptography and support for FIPS certification efforts. You will collaborate with hardware engineering and external silicon/SSD partners to bring secure products to market.

Responsibilities
Design and implement robust, maintainable embedded C/C++ software aligned with industry best practices
Develop cryptography-enabled features supporting data confidentiality, integrity, and secure device behavior
Create and execute verification/validation test plans; support product qualification and release readiness
Partner with hardware engineering to bring up new boards, interpret datasheets/schematics, and debug HW/SW integration issues
Perform root-cause analysis and drive issues to resolution across firmware, hardware, and test domains
Participate in design reviews and code reviews; help define coding standards and secure development practices
Produce technical documentation (requirements, specifications, style guides, test evidence)
Support FIPS certification readiness activities and related documentation/evidence generation
Work with silicon and SSD vendors to translate product requirements into partner roadmaps

Qualifications
B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or related field (or equivalent)
3+ years professional experience with C/C++ (embedded preferred)
Working knowledge of software engineering best practices (code reviews, version control, coding standards)
Ability to develop firmware using industry standard IDE software packages
Strong written and verbal technical communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to read/interpret datasheets and schematics; experience debugging new board designs
Experience with microcontrollers/microprocessors and resource-constrained embedded systems
Familiarity with cryptographic algorithms and secure key-handling concepts
Experience with unit testing and/or test-driven development for embedded software
Familiarity with USB device development and/or USB protocol stacks
Experience supporting products in FIPS-regulated environments
Job Details
Location: San Diego, CA
Industry: Computer and Network Security
Employment Type: Full-time On-Site Only
Relocation assistance: Not available
Visa sponsorship eligibility: Not eligible
Education: Bachelor's degree
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive compensation and benefits package. Details provided during the interview process.

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Employment Options

Base Salary

121,000 - 150,000 USD

Required Academic Degree

Professional Experience

Skills

• Embedded C
• C++ Programming 3+ Years
• Professional
• With Emphasis On Resource-constrained Systems.
• Cryptography Implementation Knowledge
• Algorithms
• Secure Key Handling
• Secure Boot Concepts.
• Firmware Development Using Industry-standard IDEs
• Toolchains.
• Hardware-software Integration Interpreting Datasheets
• Schematics
• Board Bring-up
• Debugging HW
• SW Issues.
• Verification
• Validation Testing Creating
• Executing Test Plans
• Supporting Product Qualification.
• Root-cause Analysis Resolving Issues Across Firmware
• Hardware
• Test Domains