Firmware Security Intern – Embedded IoT & Crypto

NXP Semiconductors; Gratkorn; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office

Flexible working time

Meal benefits

Job summary

NXP Semiconductors in Graz area is seeking a Working Student to support us part-time while studying. In the EdgeLock 2GO team you will gain hands-on experience in cybersecurity, embedded software development, and cloud-based IoT security solutions.

You will work with Security Architects, System Architects, and Firmware Engineers to design secure solutions, and to develop firmware for HSMs. The role emphasizes learning and contribution to security features.

Qualifications

• Ongoing Bachelor's or Master's studies in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Strong interest in cybersecurity, embedded systems, and secure IoT technologies.
• Basic understanding of information security and cybersecurity principles.
• Knowledge of cryptographic algorithms, PKI, and secure key management is a plus.
• Good programming skills in C.
• Very good written and spoken English.
• Availability of at least 15 hours per week (20 hours preferred).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Security Architects, System Architects, and Firmware Engineers to design and implement secure EdgeLock 2GO solutions.
• Support firmware development and maintenance for Hardware Security Modules (HSMs), including Utimaco HSMs.
• Develop and execute firmware tests to validate reliability, security, and performance.
• Contribute to deployment and operation of security mechanisms in NXP IoT lifecycle management.
• Assist in integration, testing, and validation of cryptographic services and security features in EdgeLock 2GO.
• Gain hands-on experience with modern cybersecurity technologies and large-scale IoT security.

Skills

C programming

Analytical thinking

English skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Cybersecurity/EE

Job description

NXP Semiconductors in Graz area is seeking a Working Student to support us part-time while studying. In the EdgeLock 2GO team you will gain hands-on experience in cybersecurity, embedded software development, and cloud-based IoT security solutions.

You will work with Security Architects, System Architects, and Firmware Engineers to design secure solutions, and to develop firmware for HSMs. The role emphasizes learning and contribution to security features.