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XpertDirect

Firmware Engineer

XpertDirect
Switzerland · Full-time · Mid-Senior

We are seeking a Firmware Engineer to join our client's team and contribute to cutting-edge security and cryptography projects, with a focus on hardware-based encryption.



As a Firmware Engineer, you will develop and optimize firmware for hardware-based encryption using RISC-V architectures, focusing on secure boot, TEE, and cryptographic algorithms. You will collaborate with hardware and security engineers to integrate encryption features, conduct security audits and vulnerability analysis, and enhance performance, power efficiency, and memory footprint. Additionally, you will work with secure enclaves, key management, and hardware acceleration.



Technical Requirements:


  • Expertise in RISC-V architectures, assembly, and low-level firmware optimization.
  • Strong understanding of cryptographic principles, encryption algorithms, and secure boot processes.
  • Experience with RTOS, low-level drivers, and hardware security modules (HSMs).
  • Familiarity with side-channel attack mitigation and secure firmware update mechanisms.
  • Proficiency in C, C++, and assembly programming for embedded security applications.

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assembly c security audits embedded rtos
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Posted
Feb 28, 2025
Type
Full-time
Level
Mid-Senior
Location
Zurich

Industries

Computer Network Security Semiconductor Manufacturing

Categories

Engineering

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