Principal Software Engineer – Embedded Systems, Product Cybersecurity (VSE)-Plano Tx

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Principal Software Engineer – Embedded Systems, Product Cybersecurity (VSE)

Plano Tx

Hybrid

 

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Software Engineer with extensive experience in Linux-based systems software design, security concepts, development, and testing. The ideal candidate will be responsible for implementing new cyber security features, developing implementation guidance for cyber security controls, and conducting research and development of novel cyber security concepts.

Key/Primary Responsibilities

• Develop cyber security software for Toyota products.
• Operate with minimal oversight to define requirements with stakeholders and design the implementation of new features.
• Investigate cyber security controls of processors and microcontrollers and develop Proof-of-Concepts and implementation guidance to suppliers.
• Perform research and development of novel cyber security features.
• Work with the open-source community to expand cyber security capabilities of existing projects and share new projects that are broadly useful outside of Toyota.
• Develop software in accordance with team coding guidelines and industry standards including MISRA, SEI CERT, and AUTOSAR.
• Collaborate with CICD teams to add new capabilities to the build and release pipeline and customize pipeline for new projects.
• Collaborate with test teams to define testing strategies and assist in automated test development.
• Lead internal testing team and provide guidance when regular leadership is unavailable.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers in software development best practices and provide guidance in their design, implementation, and testing tasks.
• Conduct root cause analysis of defects and lead initiatives to improve product quality and testing processes.
• Work with a wide range of stakeholders to align on deliverable expectations, deployment timelines, and testing issues.
• Facilitate team meetings, including sprint planning, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups, to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in embedded systems development, and advocate for their integration into the team’s processes.

 

 

Job requirements & expectations

Skillset

• 10+ years of experience in embedded systems software development, with a focus on both hardware and software components.
• Strong understanding of embedded programming languages (e.g., C, C++) and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Experience developing embedded Linux systems, including Linux driver development, BSP integration and customization with tools such as Yocto, and board bring-up.
• Experience with testing tools and frameworks and developing automated tests.
• Knowledge of communication protocols (e.g., I2C, SPI, UART) and hardware interfaces.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and guide team members.

 

 

Added Bonus:

• Experience with embedded security features such as secure boot, TrustZone development, filesystem encryption, etc.
• Experience developing in compliance with safety and security standards such as MISRA, SEI CERT, and AUTOSAR.
• OSCP, SANS/GIAC, CISSP, or other related/equivalent certifications.
• Experience with compliance regulations/laws, security frameworks and standards (e.g., ISO/SAE 21434, NIST, HIPAA, ISO, COBIT, OWASP, ITIL, etc.).  
• Experience with one or more of the following industries: law enforcement, defense, intelligence community, automotive, manufacturing, software,  
• Bachelor’s degree or higher, in Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent professional experience  
• Fluent in Japanese (reading, writing, speaking) for business and technical discussions.