Senior Embedded Platform Developer (Secure Boot / Bootloaders)

Newark, CA, US • Posted 12 hours ago • Updated 12 hours ago

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MI
Marketing Intelligence
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Encryption
ROOT
Embedded Software
Security Architecture
Computer Science
Computer Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Computer Networking
Authentication
Embedded Linux
C
Scripting
Python
Shell
Computer Hardware
OTP
Storage
OTA
Debugging
JTAG
GDB
Oscilloscope
Logic Analyzer
Test Cases
AUTOSAR
QNX
RTOS
PKI
TLS
RSA
SAP ERP
ISO 9000
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
Embedded Systems
Firmware

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Title: Senior Embedded Platform Developer (Secure Boot / Bootloaders )
Location: Newark, CA / Southfield, MI
Duration:12 Months with possible extension
Onsite: 5days/ week
Experience: 10+ Years

We are currently seeking a Senior Embedded Platform Developer with deep expertise in secure boot, bootloader development, and embedded platform security for next-generation electric vehicles. This role requires a highly motivated professional with a strong track record in embedded systems development and platform-level security implementation.

Our ideal candidate demonstrates a hands-on, problem-solving mindset, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is passionate about building secure, scalable automotive platforms. The candidate should be capable of quickly adapting to new technologies and delivering high-quality solutions with precision.
Role Responsibilities:

Own the design, development, and validation of secure boot and bootloader frameworks for vehicle ECUs
Develop and maintain secure boot chains, ensuring integrity and authenticity of firmware
Implement and validate security features such as secure boot, secure firmware update (OTA), encryption, authentication, and hardware root of trust
Work closely with system and security teams to define platform security requirements and ensure they are clear, complete, and implementable
Develop low-level embedded software for bootloaders (U-Boot or custom bootloaders) on embedded Linux/QNX platforms
Enable and debug bring-up activities for new hardware platforms and ECUs
Create and execute unit, integration, and system-level validation strategies for platform security features
Optimize boot time, memory footprint, and system performance for embedded platforms
Identify and drive improvements in platform security architecture, validation methodologies, and development processes

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
10+ years of experience in embedded systems development, preferably in automotive or networking domains
Strong experience in bootloader development (U-Boot, Barebox, or custom bootloaders)
Hands-on experience with secure boot implementation, chain of trust, and firmware authentication
Strong knowledge of embedded Linux systems and device bring-up
Proficiency in C/C++ programming and scripting languages (Python/Shell)
Experience with hardware security features such as OTP fuses, JTAG locking, secure key storage, and cryptographic modules
Experience with secure firmware update mechanisms (OTA)
Strong debugging skills using tools like JTAG, GDB, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
Experience developing and executing low-level test cases for embedded platforms

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with AUTOSAR, QNX, or RTOS-based systems
Knowledge of cryptographic protocols (PKI, TLS, AES, RSA, ECC)
Familiarity with vehicle ECU architectures and automotive standards (ISO 26262, ISO/SAE 21434)
Experience with CI/CD pipelines for embedded systems and secure firmware delivery

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