Software Security Engineer (Embedded Security)

Location: Dublin, Ireland

Company

hirify.global develops audio and imaging technologies deployed across millions of hardware and software devices, with a focus on protecting intellectual property and reducing product vulnerabilities.

What you will do

• Support threat analysis and risk assessments for hirify.global products, covering IP security and software vulnerabilities.
• Implement, test, and document IP protection mechanisms.
• Investigate the exploitability of discovered vulnerabilities using established tools and methods.
• Develop and troubleshoot software in embedded environments across operating systems, applications, and hardware interfaces.
• Collaborate with engineers and security specialists, participate in technical reviews, and communicate findings.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of professional experience in software development, software security, or a related technical field.
• Working knowledge of C or C++, plus familiarity with Python.
• Familiarity with cryptographic concepts and exposure to a library such as Crypto++, mbedTLS, or OpenSSL.
• Basic understanding of secure processing concepts and Trusted Execution Environments.
• Practical experience with software debugging, reverse engineering, or security analysis.
• Familiarity with executable binary formats and operating system fundamentals.
• Understanding of common software vulnerabilities, including buffer overflows and use-after-free issues.
• Experience with one or more tools such as debuggers, disassemblers, decompilers, emulators, or virtual machines.
• Good analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with a willingness to learn.
• Good command of written and spoken English required.

Nice to have

• Participation in CTFs, personal security research, or DIY electronics and robotics projects.

Culture & Benefits

• Collegial culture with challenging projects and opportunities to make a visible contribution.
• Resources and support from an established global entertainment technology company.
• Compensation and benefits are offered, but specific details are not provided.
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, belonging, social impact, and environmental sustainability.