Embedded Software Engineer

ST ENGINEERING INFO-SECURITY PTE. LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology and engineering group is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to develop secure software for hardware security products. The ideal candidate will have a passion for low-level programming and work in a collaborative Agile environment. Responsibilities include designing software components, integrating cryptographic libraries, and conducting code reviews.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in embedded software development.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ with understanding of memory management.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded software for secure USB and gateway devices.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to implement low-level drivers.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Tools

Git

Job description

Company description:

Singapore Technologies Engineering Ltd

Job description:

ST Engineering is a global technology, defence and engineering group with offices across Asia, Europe, the Middle East and the U.S., serving customers in more than 100 countries. The Group uses technology and innovation to solve real-world problems and improve lives. Our dedication to excellence and our strong track record have earned us a distinctive reputation for quality and trust as a global technology, defence and engineering group, spanning across the aerospace, smart city, defence and public security segments. Headquartered in Singapore, ST Engineering ranks among the largest companies listed on the Singapore Exchange.

Join our Cyber Team

We are an industry leader in cybersecurity with over two decades of experience, delivering a holistic suite of trusted cybersecurity solutions to empower cyber resilience for government and ministries, critical infrastructures, and commercial enterprises. Backed by our indigenous capabilities and deep domain expertise, we offer robust cyber-secure products and services in cryptography, cybersecurity engineering, digital authentication, SCADA protection, audit and compliance.

We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Embedded Software Engineer to join our growing engineering team. You will play a key role in developing secure and efficient embedded software for our hardware security products. This role is ideal for engineers passionate about low-level programming, hardware interaction, and building systems that prioritize performance and security. The scope may expand into adjacent products involving secure connectivity, IoT, or edge computing in the near future.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test embedded software components for secure USB and gateway devices.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers and architects to implement low-level drivers, firmware, and networking protocols.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented C/C++ code for real-time embedded environments.
• Integrate cryptographic libraries and implement secure communication protocols (e.g., TLS, IPSec).
• Assist in implementing secure boot, firmware update mechanisms, and system diagnostics.
• Conduct code reviews, write unit tests, and contribute to continuous integration practices.
• Collaborate in Agile/Scrum teams with product managers, QA, and security experts.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies, embedded trends, and security best practices.

Requirements

• Preferably possess 3+ years of hands-on experience in embedded software development.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++, with good understanding of memory management, concurrency, and hardware-level programming.
• Familiarity with real-time operating systems (RTOS) or bare-metal programming.
• Understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, VPN tunneling).
• Experience with version control systems like Git and CI tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a strong attention to detail.

Nice to Have

• Experience with USB, SPI, UART interfaces.
• Knowledge of embedded Linux, Yocto, or buildroot environments.
• Exposure to secure software development practices and cryptographic implementations.
• Familiarity with firmware OTA updates and secure boot mechanisms.
• Previous work on VPN clients, security appliances, or IoT security products.

Work Location: Jurong East

Find out more: https://www.stengg.com/cybersecurity

ST Engineering fosters a culture of overcoming challenges, exploring new ideas, and working collaboratively to succeed. We value individuals with a drive for continuous learning, self-improvement, and pushing beyond boundaries.