The future starts here! Ready to join the Crypto & Security group at NXP?

We currently have an opening for a junior expert in security assessment of SoC/IC security software architectures, specifications, and implementations.

You can apply and expand your security knowledge based on your existing experience and your interests to influence new innovative security technologies in NXP’s products and to ensure that NXP’s products achieve best class security.

This role is reporting to the head of Software Security Assessment within the NXP Crypto & Security group.

This position can be filled at the following NXP sites in Hamburg in Germany, Delft or Eindhoven in the Netherlands, Graz in Austria, or Glasgow in the UK . Other NXP locations may also be considered for the right candidate.

This position can be filled fulltime or part-time (32 hours/week).

The responsibilities of this exciting, varied role will include:

• Software security assessment of SoC/IC security architectures and security scope specifications

• Plan, track and execute process, specification as well as software implementation reviews

• Assessment of software security robustness and effectiveness of security mechanisms

• Work with engineering teams and security engineers to innovate solutions to security-related problems

• Manage the NXP’s software secure development lifecycle (SSDLC) applied on product developments to minimize security risks

• Work on continuous improvements to keep up with state-of-the-art security technologies

• Refine software security best practices to assure and efficient and effective application

• Provide consultation on specific areas of security expertise and on the application of the SSDLC

To ensure your successful performance in this role, the following is desired

• Finished a BSEE or MSEE preferred in Security Engineering or Software Engineering

• Have good understanding of embedded software design, programming, documentation, and testing

• Have experience in the design and development of secure software, focus on embedded systems or complete solutions

• Have experience in the security concept/design, thread analysis, risk/threat modelling and mitigation strategies

• Have professional knowledge of software languages (C, Java, Java Card, Python, Rust)

• Knowledge of security compliance and certification processes would be an advantage

• Be familiar with "state of the art" software tools, CI/CD, secure software engineering processes, IoT solutions and service (depending on area of expertise)

• Have excellent communication skills, are willing to listen and adapt

• Are a collaborator with strong soft skills, ideally experienced in multicultural and global working environment

Not a fit, but interested?

We are also interested to meet candidates that are interested to join the Crypto & Security group within NXP’s CTO organization, but do not fully meet the requirements that are listed above. We have openings for various aspects of SoC/IC secure product development including security architecture, assessment, vulnerability analysis, and secure hardware and software IP development. Successful candidates will apply their extensive security knowledge and experience to ensure that our products achieve best class security.

In this case we welcome candidates to apply who have:

• University degree such as: Security Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Software Engineering.
• Knowledge and experience in the development of hi-tech products, preferably SoC/IC devices.
• A security background and a good understanding of security concepts and principles including cryptography.
• Skills to work in cross-functional, diverse, global product development teams and represent security interests on their projects.

What we believe

We believe a smarter world starts with a supportive, inclusive, and growth-oriented work environment. We value diverse teams, work-life balance, and create development opportunities that empower our employees, products, and customers.

What you'll do

As a member of a specialized Crypto & Security group within NXP’s CTO organization, you’ll join NXP’s team of specialists to lay the groundwork for product innovation. Teams within the CTO organization supply the company with the advanced ideas and solutions for products that sense, think, connect, and act– while always collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to meet customer objectives. This role gives you the authority and opportunity to enable NXP’s colleagues, customers, and partners to create breakthroughs that advance the world.

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