Principal Security Firmware Architect – Post-Quantum SSDs

1000 Micron Technology, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 161,000 - 318,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Robust paid time-off program

Paid family leave

Job summary

1000 Micron Technology, Inc. is seeking a Principal Security Firmware Engineer in San Jose, California. This role involves designing and developing security features for enterprise SSDs against evolving cybersecurity threats.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in security firmware development, hands-on expertise with applied cryptography, and proficiency in C and Python, among others. Micron offers a competitive salary range between $161,000 and $318,000 per year, with additional benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in security firmware development.
• Hands-on experience with data encryption (AES-XTS) and Root of Trust.
• Proficiency in C and Python for firmware development.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop security features for Micron enterprise SSDs.
• Lead the transition to post-quantum cryptography algorithms.
• Implement security protocols aligned with industry standards.

Skills

Applied cryptography

Firmware security

C programming

Python programming

Post-quantum cryptography

Debugging on SoC

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering, Embedded Systems, or Cyber Security

Tools

JTAG

Memory dumps

Bus analyzers

Job description

1000 Micron Technology, Inc. is seeking a Principal Security Firmware Engineer in San Jose, California. This role involves designing and developing security features for enterprise SSDs against evolving cybersecurity threats.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in security firmware development, hands-on expertise with applied cryptography, and proficiency in C and Python, among others. Micron offers a competitive salary range between $161,000 and $318,000 per year, with additional benefits.