Embedded Software Engineer

Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer/ Information Security (Open-Source Compliance)

Location: Dallas, TX

Duration: Long-term

Skills:

·         7+ years in embedded software development (Linux kernel, device/firmware), Experience in a security focused role (DevSecOps/AppSec/Compliance).

·         Deep, practical familiarity with GPL/LGPL/MPL/MIT/Apache requirements (attribution, source publication, relinking, derivative work analysis) and enforcement throughout the SDLC.

·         Strong in C, C++, C#; proficient in Python/JavaScript for automation/tooling; confident with XML/JSON/YAML for configs and SBOMs.

·         Proficient with CMake, Clang/LLVM, cross compilers; package with Conan/Snapcraft; govern artifacts in JFrog Artifactory with risk analysis via JFrog Xray.

·         Hands on with GitHub Actions / GitLab CI and GitOps practices (GitHub/GitLab) for policy as code and environment orchestration.

·         Skilled at integrating and interpreting SAST/DAST/IAST results; practical experience with CodeQL, SonarQube, ScanCode, and SBOM tooling (SPDX/CycloneDX).

·         Able to build PoweBI dashboards, write SQL, and translate complex technical topics into clear narratives for technical and non-technical audiences.

·         Exceptional writing quality for SOPs, Working Instructions, and public distribution artifacts; experienced trainer for OSS/GRC topics.

·         Comfortable influencing cross functional roadmaps and mediating license/security trade-offs with engineering, Legal, and external partners.

·         Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or closely related field.

·         Good to have Security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CSSLP)

Responsibilities:

Engineering & Automation (Embedded + SDLC)

·         Automate audits of binaries and source for license usage; run SCA and produce SBOMs (Cyclone DX/SPDX).

·         Standardize reproducible build engineering with CMake and Clang/LLVM; manage dependencies via Conan and Snapcraft (where applicable).

·         Govern artifacts in JFrog Artifactory with dependency health checks via JFrog Xray.

·         Operationalize GitOps (GitHub/GitLab) and design CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions / GitLab CI.

Security Testing & Vulnerability Management

·         Integrate SAST/DAST/IAST into embedded and app pipelines (C/C++/C#, Python, JavaScript, XML); enforce gates, SLAs, and remediation workflows.

·         Triage third party vulnerabilities and assess results from CodeQL, SonarQube, and related scanners; drive fix plans across firmware and supporting services.

Open-Source Candidates & Revalidation

·         Create, publish, and continually revalidate Open Source Candidates (GPL/MPL and others) with reproducible build scripts, license texts, copyright notices, and end user instructions.

·         Triage and resolve revalidation build errors (toolchain, linking, dependency, packaging), ensuring public distribution materials remain accurate.

Compliance & Governance

·         Conduct formal risk assessments to identify threats and vulnerabilities and recommend mitigating controls.

·         Ensure compliance with open source licenses and applicable standards (e.g., ISO27001, ISO/IEC5230:2020, SOC2) in partnership with Engineering, Legal, and external stakeholders.

·         Evaluate proposed libraries before integration (GPL/LGPL/MPL/MIT/Apache), document obligations (attribution, source offer, relinking), and guide compliant implementation patterns (static vs. dynamic link, dual license scenarios).

Documentation, Training & Enablement

·         Author/update SOPs, Working Instructions, developer facing runbooks, and public distribution READMEs.

·         Develop and deliver open source and product based GRC training to employees and contractors.

·         Communicate complex build processes, package management, and license implications to technical and non-technical audiences.

Incident Response & Continuous Improvement

·         Lead incident response (identify, contain, recover), conduct post incident reviews, and recommend program and control improvements.

·         Monitor industry trends and best practices in Open-Source License Compliance; propose program updates proactively.

Data & Reporting

·         Publish compliance/security dashboards in PowerBI; use SQL to analyze SBOM coverage, license risk, vulnerability posture, and release readiness for executive decisioning.

·         Collaboration & Stakeholder Management

·         Work cross functionally with engineering teams, Legal, and senior leadership for status updates, new requirements intake, and policy alignment; engage external partners (ODMs, vendors, consultants) to meet compliance obligations.