About the role

Aplyr's Quick Take

This role is for a Software Security Architect focused on designing and reviewing security architectures for embedded software and firmware. You'll conduct risk analysis, troubleshoot security issues, and work closely with customers and development teams. It's primarily an individual contributor role with some collaborative elements.

Good fit

Ideal candidates have a PhD or Master's in Security or Software Engineering and extensive experience in embedded software, particularly with C/C++. A strong background in security and a collaborative mindset will help you succeed here.

Worth noting

The position emphasizes a reliable working style due to its involvement with security certifications. NXP offers flexible working arrangements and competitive benefits, which could be a plus for work-life balance.

Your Responsibilities:

• Specification / Design / Review of software security architectures and implementations (Embedded Software, Operating Systems, Firmware)

• Risk and threat analysis of security systems

• Root cause analysis of security defects and creation of counter measures

• Technical interface to customers, evaluation labs and product development teams

• Creation of innovative and disruptive security solutions

Your Profile:

• Have a PhD/Master in Security, Software Engineering, Mathematics

• Very good experience in embedded software development, using C/C++

• Have a strong embedded security background

• Good knowledge of Smartcard/Secure Element products and Embedded Secure Systems, security evaluations (CC EAL6+, EMVCo...)is an advantage

• Independent working style, but willingness to listen and to adapt

• Very good communication skills

• Strong team player

Please note: The successful candidate may/will be responsible for security related tasks. The assignment may/will be in scope of security certifications, therefore a conscious and reliable way of working is necessary.

For applications in Gratkorn: NXP provides market competitive compensation according to the benchmarking of the electronic and semiconductor industry. Due to the Austrian Equal Treatment Act we are obligated to state the employment group of our applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) “Kollektivvertrag für Angestellte Gewerbe und Handwerk und in der Dienstleistung“, this position (fulltime) is graded in Employment Group V after 6 years. Your individual experiences and expectations will be considered in the application process. Moreover, we provide attractive benefits to our employees like home office, flexible working time, meal benefits and more.

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NXP Semiconductors drives innovation in the automotive and IoT sectors, attracting engineers and tech experts dedicated to cutting-edge semiconductor solutions.
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What's promising

•Strong focus on automotive and IoT markets, driving growth.
•Global presence offers diverse career opportunities for engineers.
•Investment in R&D supports innovation and technological advancement.

What to watch

•Highly competitive semiconductor industry may pressure margins.
•Dependence on automotive sector exposes company to market fluctuations.
•Complex global supply chains can lead to operational challenges.

Why NXP Semiconductors

•Leading provider of secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications.
•Pioneers in automotive radar and advanced driver-assistance systems.
•Robust portfolio in secure identification solutions sets it apart.

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About NXP Semiconductors

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NXP Semiconductors is a global semiconductor company that provides high-performance mixed signal and standard product solutions. The company focuses on automotive, security, and IoT applications.