Security Engineer (Purple Team)

Applied Intuition; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity options

Health insurance

401k with employer match

Learning stipends

Paid time off

Job summary

A cutting-edge technology firm in California is hiring a Product Security Engineer to ensure product integrity across automotive systems. This role involves conducting security assessments, leading validation initiatives, and working with cross-functional teams to enhance the security of the Vehicle OS and Self Driving Systems. The ideal candidate should have experience with embedded systems, security testing, and software vulnerability analysis, alongside proficiency in programming languages like C/C++ and Python. The salary for this full-time position ranges from $150,000 to $220,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Experience in hands-on security assessments of embedded systems.
• Strong knowledge of hardware security principles.
• Ability to coordinate security projects with internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct security audits of vehicle software to identify vulnerabilities.
• Lead security verification and validation initiatives for automotive products.
• Design strategies for secure automotive systems.

Skills

Embedded systems understanding

Penetration testing

Linux or QNX internals

C, C++, x86, ARM expertise

Network security

C/C++ programming

Hardware security primitives

Vulnerability analysis

Risk assessments

Technical leadership

Tools

AFL

libFuzzer

Job description

About the role

Applied is looking for a multifaceted Product Security Engineer, Purple Team member, who can play a crucial role in ensuring the security and integrity of our products, particularly focusing on our Vehicle OS, Self Driving Systems, and Over-The-Air (OTA) and remote command center backend systems. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, primarily playing the role of offensive security engineer and recommending defensive techniques to enhance the security of our products.

At Applied Intuition, you will:

• Review, assess, and audit vehicle software platform code to identify security vulnerabilities using automated tests and tooling.
• Lead security verification and validation (V&V) initiatives and serve as the point of contact for all security V&V activities.
• Set up benches for penetration tests and risk assessments in an automotive environment.
• Take a hands-on approach to security by implementing fixes for identified vulnerabilities where appropriate, while coordinating with core software teams to drive long-term remediation of high-impact issues.
• Help in designing a secure vehicle software platform, connected vehicle architecture, and connected autonomous vehicles architecture.
• Conduct hands-on security testing and perform risk assessments to prioritize security bugs and threats.
• Compare mitigation strategies and prioritize mitigation efforts based on the risk.
• Work with Applied\'s different business units to develop secure automotive products (Vehicle OS, SDS) in line with ISO 21434 process requirements and UN R155 technical specifications.
• Work with software, security, and system & safety engineering to implement, identify, and advance security at Applied Intuition.
• Work with Applied\'s customers to deliver secure automotive products.

We\'re looking for someone who has:

• A good understanding of embedded systems and how software interacts with hardware.
• Strong experience in penetration testing or hands-on security assessment of embedded systems.
• Good technical knowledge of Linux or QNX internals.
• Security expertise in one or more of the following: C, C++, x86, ARM, cryptography, or exploit development.
• Experience with network security (firewall configurations, ssh authentication).
• Proficiency in programming with C/C++ or Python.
• A solid understanding of hardware security primitives, including secure boot, key management, and cryptographic accelerators.
• Experience with security tooling, including vulnerability databases and automated fuzzing frameworks (e.g., AFL, libFuzzer, or specialized automotive tools).
• Proficiency in code auditing and vulnerability research using both manual and automated testing tools.
• Experience performing formal risk assessments and the ability to prioritize mitigations based on risk levels.
• The ability to act as a technical lead and coordinate security projects between internal teams and external customers.

Nice to have:

• Experience in an automotive security environment and familiarity with protocols like CAN, Automotive Ethernet, and UDS.
• Understanding of automotive chips (SoCs/MCUs) and hardware security principles.
• Familiarity with automotive standards such as ISO 21434 and UN R155.
• Knowledge of Android Security or other embedded operating systems.
• Background in securing Hardware Security Modules (HSM) and Trusted Execution Environments (TEE).

Compensation and benefits

Compensation at Applied Intuition for eligible roles includes base salary, equity, and benefits. Base salary is a single component of the total compensation package, which may also include equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units, comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage, 401k retirement benefits with employer match, learning and wellness stipends, and paid time off. Note that benefits are subject to change and may vary based on jurisdiction of employment.

Applied Intuition pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum intended target base salary for new hire salaries for the position. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, interview performance, and the level and scope of the position.

Please reference the job posting’s subtitle for where this position will be located. For pay transparency purposes, the base salary range for this full-time position in the location listed is: $150,000 - $220,000 USD annually.