Senior Firmware Security Architect

Micron Technology; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 187,000 - 318,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Robust paid time-off program

Paid family leave

Income protection benefits

Job summary

Micron Technology seeks a Principal Security Firmware Engineer to enhance the security of enterprise SSDs. This role involves designing cryptographic solutions and leading the transition to post-quantum technologies. Candidates should have extensive experience in security firmware, applied cryptography, and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. A Master’s or Ph.D. is preferred. This position offers a competitive salary range of $187,000 to $318,000, alongside comprehensive benefits focused on employee wellbeing.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in security firmware development.
• Hands-on experience with applied cryptography and firmware security.
• Knowledge of enterprise storage security standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop security features for Micron enterprise SSDs.
• Lead the transition to post-quantum cryptography algorithms.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with firmware and hardware teams.

Skills

Applied cryptography

Firmware security

C programming

Python programming

Post-quantum cryptography

Debugging firmware

Education

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

Master's degree or Ph.D.

Tools

JTAG

Memory dumps

Bus analyzers

Job description

Micron Technology seeks a Principal Security Firmware Engineer to enhance the security of enterprise SSDs. This role involves designing cryptographic solutions and leading the transition to post-quantum technologies. Candidates should have extensive experience in security firmware, applied cryptography, and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. A Master’s or Ph.D. is preferred. This position offers a competitive salary range of $187,000 to $318,000, alongside comprehensive benefits focused on employee wellbeing.