Embedded Crypto Library Architect

TL;DR

Embedded Crypto Library Architect (Secure Embedded Software): Driving requirements management, architectural design, and technical specifications for state-of-the-art cryptographic libraries protected against physical and logical attacks with an accent on API definition, code quality, and release coordination. Focus on collaborating with engineering teams on detailed design, reviewing critical code changes, monitoring KPIs, and supporting integration with business users.

Location: Offices in Bucharest (Romania), Gratkorn (Austria), Hamburg (Germany) with work from home policy and flexible hours.

Company

World leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, driving innovation in secure connected vehicles, security & privacy, and smart connected solutions.

What you will do

• Drive requirement management and architectural design including technical specifications, documentation, and API definitions for assigned projects.
• Contribute to high-level detailed design with domain experts and review important code changes for API impact and structural improvements.
• Monitor code quality, KPIs, and align with project managers, security, and test architects on execution and release processes.
• Collaborate with other architects on cross-project topics like requirements processes, static analysis, code coverage, and releases.
• Support engineering teams by explaining designs and resolving technical challenges, and interact with business users on project scoping and integration.

Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science, Microelectronics Engineering or similar.
• 6+ years of relevant working experience.
• Hands-on experience in embedded systems development and debugging.
• Experience with software architecture and design concepts.
• Proven knowledge in C and assembly programming; familiar with ARM and/or RISC-V instruction sets.
• Experience with Rust and low-level HW interactions.
• Familiar with software security (logical and ideally physical attacks) and basic knowledge of cryptographic algorithms.
• Good communication skills in English; team player willing to work cross-functionally.

Nice to have

• Python knowledge.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time permanent contract with bonus plan, lunch vouchers, 25 vacation days, and company shares discount.
• Flexible work hours and work from home policy.
• Online and offline learning opportunities for core and professional skills development.
• Office in high-tech hub in Bucharest with public transport access, relaxation areas, library, cafeteria, and restaurant.
• Free coffee, fresh fruits on Thursdays, social activities like parties and food fairs, and community initiatives.

Hiring process

• Online application and CV screening.
• Initial phone or video call with Talent Acquisition, followed by several business interviews.