Embedded Software Security Engineer

General Information

Job Title Embedded Software Security Engineer Job ID 8856 Country Netherlands City Eindhoven Date Posted 18-Jan-2025 Job Category Engineering Job Subcategory Software Engineering Hire Type Employee Remote Eligible No

Descriptions & Requirements

Job Description and Requirements

We Are:

At Synopsys, we drive the innovations that shape the way we live and connect. Our technology is central to the Era of Pervasive Intelligence, from self-driving cars to learning machines. We lead in chip design, verification, and IP integration, empowering the creation of high-performance silicon chips and software content. Join us to transform the future through continuous technological innovation.

You Are:

A motivated software engineer with over 2 years of hands-on experience in embedded software development. You thrive in collaborative environments and have a "help others succeed" mentality. Your attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities set you apart. You are adaptable and excel in fast-paced, dynamic environments. Proactive and self-motivated, you have a passion for continuous learning and improvement. You are comfortable interacting with engineering and management levels across different development teams worldwide. Your expertise includes designing and developing security IP modules and implementing software countermeasures against various types of attacks. You bring a robust understanding of embedded software development, debugging on bare-metal targets, security or cryptographic engineering, and using programming languages such as C, C++, assembly, and Python.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Assist in the design and development of Synopsys’ security IP modules.
• Support the implementation of software countermeasures against various types of attacks.
• Collaborate with other engineering teams to improve the quality of products.
• Participate in security certifications for various products under guidance.
• Learn from and support senior team members in various tasks.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and tools.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Enhancing the security and reliability of our products.
• Contributing to the successful certification of security standards.
• Driving innovation in embedded software development.
• Improving product quality through collaborative engineering efforts.
• Growing your skills and knowledge in a supportive environment.
• Supporting the global engineering community with your enthusiasm and fresh perspectives.

What You’ll Need:

• BSc, MS or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
• Experience with embedded software development using C (C++ and assembly are a plus)
• Experience with debugging on bare-metal targets (e.g. ARM, RISC-V)
• Programming skills in Python or any scripting language
• Experience with Git (or a similar source code management tool)
• Working knowledge of build systems
• Prior experience with security or cryptographic engineering
• Prior experience with fault injection or side-channel analysis is a plus

Who You Are:

• Collaborative team player with a proactive approach.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communicator across engineering and management levels.
• Passionate about continuous learning and improvement.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

Our team is dedicated to developing cutting-edge security IP modules that safeguard our technology and products. We work collaboratively with various engineering teams worldwide to ensure the highest quality and security standards. As part of this team, you will contribute to pioneering solutions and learn from experienced engineers, driving innovation and excellence in embedded software development.

Rewards and Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits to cater to your needs. Our total rewards include both monetary and non-monetary offerings. Your recruiter will provide more details about the salary range and benefits during the hiring process.

At Synopsys, we want talented people of every background to feel valued and supported to do their best work. Synopsys considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, military veteran status, or disability.