Firmware Engineering Intern

Keysight Technologies Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.; Penang; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Keysight Technologies Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. in Penang is seeking a firmware security engineer to help integrate security into our embedded software lifecycle.

You will work with firmware teams and use CI/CD pipelines to automate security scans and enforce secure boot and signing practices. The role involves developing scripts for vulnerability reporting, supporting EUCRA compliance activities, and collaborating across R&D to remediate risks early in development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Computer Science / Embedded Systems.
• Basic knowledge of embedded systems or firmware development (C/C++ preferred).
• Familiar with CI/CD tools, version control (Git), and build systems.
• Understanding or interest in cybersecurity concepts (secure boot, encryption, vulnerability management).
• Programming/scripting skills (Python, Shell, C/C++).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Support integration of Black Duck and Polaris into firmware CI/CD autobuild pipeline.
• Develop and maintain scripts to automate security scanning, reporting, and build checks.
• Execute and monitor security scans; track and analyze vulnerability findings (critical/high/medium).
• Support EUCRA compliance activities.
• Assist in firmware security feature development and validation (e.g., bootloader, firmware signing).
• Support documentation, reporting, and evidence collection for SSDF / EUCRA compliance.
• Collaborate with firmware teams to identify and remediate security risks early in development.

Skills

Embedded Systems

C/C++

Python

CI/CD

Git

Security

SAST/SCA

Shell

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Computer Science / Embedded Systems

Tools

Polaris

Black Duck

Job description

Keysight Technologies Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. 4.6 View all jobs

is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~16,800 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more

Our culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions.We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

Overview

is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~16,800 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more

Our culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions.We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

Responsibilities

• Support integration of Black Duckand Polarisinto firmware CI/CD autobuild pipeline
• Develop and maintain scripts to automate security scanning, reporting, and build checks
• Execute and monitor security scans; track and analyze vulnerability findings (critical/high/medium)
• Support EUCRA compliance activities.
• Assist in firmware security feature development and validation (e.g., bootloader, firmware signing)
• Support documentation, reporting, and evidence collection for SSDF / EUCRA compliance
• Collaborate with firmware teams to identify and remediate security risks early in development

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Computer Science / Embedded Systems
• Basic knowledge of embedded systems or firmware development (C/C++ preferred)
• Familiar with CI/CD tools, version control (Git), and build systems
• Understanding or interest in:
  • Cybersecurity concepts (secure boot, encryption, vulnerability management)
  • Application security tools (SAST/SCA such as Polaris, Black Duck)
• Programming/scripting skills (e.g., Python, Shell, C/C++)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills
• Self-motivated with ability to work in cross-functional R&D teams

***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***