Senior Software Engineer, Device Security

Hp Iq; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible spending account

Generous time off policies

Job summary

An innovative technology lab is seeking a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Device Security to enhance the security of AI devices while empowering users with control of their privacy. You will design secure systems and work cross-functionally on high-profile projects. Essential qualifications include 6+ years of experience in secure programming, knowledge of embedded system security, and the ability to lead multi-disciplinary projects. A strong understanding of cryptography and security is vital. The role offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in secure programming in embedded systems.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems security concepts.
• Experience in firmware security or network security.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of embedded device security architecture.
• Collaborate with teams to create robust security features.
• Assist in vulnerability management and secure SDLC practices.

Skills

Secure programming

Embedded systems

Cryptography

C/C++/Java

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

AOSP

Linux

TrustZone

Job description

Senior Software Engineer, Device Security

Who We Are

HP IQ is HP’s new AI innovation lab. Combining startup agility with HP’s global scale, we’re building intelligent technologies that redefine how the world works, creates, and collaborates.

We’re assembling a diverse, world-class team—engineers, designers, researchers, and product minds—focused on creating an intelligent ecosystem across HP’s portfolio. Together, we’re developing intuitive, adaptive solutions that spark creativity, boost productivity, and make collaboration seamless.

We create breakthrough solutions that make complex tasks feel effortless, teamwork more natural, and ideas more impactful—always with a human-centric mindset.

By embedding AI advancements into every HP product and service, we’re expanding what’s possible for individuals, organisations, and the future of work.

Join us as we reinvent work, so people everywhere can do their best work.

About the Role

As a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Device Security, you will play a key role in helping HP IQ lead the industry in advancing the security of AI devices, and empowering business and users with control of their privacy and personal data in the quickly evolving AI-driven world. Privacy and security are table stakes at HP IQ, and absolutely integral to our success as a dynamic company with a deep commitment to product.

You will own projects through their entire life cycle, building secure systems for our innovative devices by threat modeling, designing secure architectures, and implementing them. This role focuses on designing and implementing solutions across the entire software stack of embedded systems, PCs, and server class workstations. This includes the way they interface with the outside world, in a way that provides joyful user experiences without compromising privacy & security. The technology that you will create will maintain and strengthen the trust that HP IQ promises to our customers.

What You Might Do

• Lead the design and implementation of embedded device security architecture from the ground up. This includes using the best industry standard cryptography practices for things like secure key management systems, hardware secure boot, PKI, efficient encryption of data, and more.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with the CoreOS, Firmware, Design, and Cloud Services teams to create robust security features.
• Develop custom TrustZone or native kernel applications to enhance hardware-backed identity solutions and data protection.
• Work on high-profile projects, such as secure channels between devices, protecting personal data, and automatic theft detection; which all require secure and efficient data handling.
• Interface with biometric sensors to create secure channels for data flow inside and outside device boundaries.
• Assist in vulnerability management, and apply secure SDLC practices across the company.

Essential Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in secure programming in embedded system, AOSP, or Windows environments, primarily in C, C++, or Java.
• Strong understanding of general embedded systems security concepts, including establishing roots of trust, secure boot, cryptography, PKI, or application sandboxing.
• Experience in firmware security, OS-level security, or network security.
• Demonstrated ability to architect and lead multi-disciplinary projects from concept to deployment.
• Experience in designing secure interfaces with biometric sensors, custom PKI handling, or factory flow processes.
• Ability to work closely with cross-functional teams to assess attack surface and threat models across many different features.
• Deep understanding (OR deep desire to learn) of cryptography, security, and privacy theory and practices.

Preferred Skills

• Background in embedded systems like consumer electronics, IoT, medical, or payment devices or systems.
• Experience with AOSP and Linux security, including TrustZone, TEE, AVB, Keystore, and SELinux.
• Experience with privacy compliance standards like GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, or ISO.

Compensation & Benefits (Full-Time Employees)

The salary range for this role is listed above. Final salary offered is based upon multiple factors including individual job-related qualifications, education, experience, knowledge and skills.

At HP IQ, we offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Long term/short term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Life insuranceGenerous time off policies, including
  • 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure
  • 11 paid holidays
  • Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave (US benefits overview)

Innovative Work

Help shape the future of intelligent computing and workplace transformation.

Autonomy and Agility

Work with the speed and focus of a startup, backed by HP’s scale.

Meaningful Impact

Build AI-powered solutions that help people and organisations thrive.

Flexible Work Environment

Freedom and flexibility to do your best work.

Forward-Thinking Culture

We learn fast, stay future-focused, and imagine what comes next—together.

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