Software Engineer II – C/C++, Java & HSM Firmware

Entrust Corporation; Shakopee (MN); Hybrid; USD 101,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Entrust Corporation in Minnesota is seeking a Software Engineer II to design and build a suite of smart card personalization products, with a focus on developing HSM firmware for our key-management solution and integrating Java and modern web technologies in line with security standards.

This hybrid role requires independent work, strong debugging skills, and a BS in computer science or equivalent, plus 3+ years in C programming and cryptographic programming (PKCS#11, symmetric/asymmetric

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS or equivalent.
• 3+ years in C programming.
• Experience with cryptographic programming – PKCS#11 and key management.
• Experience with one or more of Java, Python or React.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, document and deploy software.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Participate in requirement reviews, code reviews, unit testing and documentation.
• Collaborate with teams and other groups within the organization.
• Function independently with project assignments and minimal supervision.
• Knowledgeable about secure development life cycle, threat modelling, and web application security assessments.

Skills

C programming

PKCS#11 cryptography

Java

Python

React

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science

Tools

Git

Bitbucket

Jira

Jenkins

Job description

Join us at Entrust At Entrust, we’re shaping the future of identity centric security solutions. From our comprehensive portfolio of solutions to our flexible, global workplace, we empower careers, foster collaboration, and build solutions that help keep the world moving safely.

Get to Know Us

Headquartered in Minnesota, Entrust is an industry leader in identity-centric security solutions, serving over 150 countries with cutting-edge, scalable technologies. But our secret weapon? Our people. It’s the curiosity, dedication, and innovation that drive our success and help us anticipate the future.

Position Overview

The Software Engineer II will play a pivotal role in designing and developing a comprehensive suite of smart card personalization products, which are essential for customizing both physical and digital credit cards. Their primary focus will be creating HSM firmware that supports our robust key management solution. Beyond this responsibility, the candidate will also contribute to projects using Java and other modern web technologies, ensuring alignment with the latest industry security standards. The ideal candidate should be comfortable working independently, leveraging their expertise, strong troubleshooting and debugging abilities, and sound judgment to achieve objectives efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Passionately design, develop, test, document and deploy software
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions
• Participate in requirement reviews, optimize existing systems, code reviews, unit testing and documentation
• Work with the team on new requirements and collaborate with other groups within organization
• Exhibit a process-oriented mind set
• Function independently with project assignments and with minimal supervision
• Knowledgeable about secure development life cycle, threat modelling, and web application security assessments

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent degree in a technology discipline.
• 3+ years’ experience in C programming
• Experience with cryptographic programming – PKCS#11, symmetric and asymmetric encryption, padding schemes, key management
• Experience working with multi-person teams and projects
• Experience with one or more of Java, C#, Python or React

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Git, BitBucket, Jira, Jenkins
• Low-level security protocols, security standards/vulnerabilities. obfuscation
• Experience with multi-threaded development
• Web services, REST, SOAP
• Experienced with agile processes, methodologies, and tools
• Familiarity with PCI and FIPS-140 requirements
• Familiarity with EMV specification
• Experience in embedded software development
• Experience with XML and JSON parsing and manipulation
• Experience with optimizing code for performance and troubleshooting performance issues
• Linux experience

Your future short-term and major projects

• Become a subject matter expert on our custom HSM firmware
• Help the development team evolve the architecture and stack
• Identify opportunities to drive innovation, accelerate product launches, and remove bottlenecks to deliver results faster.
• Make impactful contributions by helping the team design and code to match the product team’s vision and also continue expanding knowledge base

Where you will be

This is a hybrid role requiring three days per week in our Shakopee, MN headquarters office.

About Entrust

Our growing company relies on curious, dedicated and innovative colleagues to anticipate the future and provide solutions for a more connected, mobile and secure world. Entrust technologies and expertise help government agencies, enterprises and financial institutions in more than 150 countries, serve and safeguard citizens, employees and consumers. Each year, our solutions secure billions of transactions — and every day, our technologies issue and manage more than 10 million secure identities. How do we do all of this? Together. At Entrust, we don’t just offer jobs – we offer career journeys. Here is what you can expect when you join our team: Career Growth: Whether you’re a budding developer or a seasoned expert, we’re invested in your professional journey. With learning-forward initiatives and exciting challenges, your growth is our priority. Collaboration: Here, your voice matters. Our teams thrive on sharing ideas, brainstorming solutions, and working together to build a better tomorrow. Inclusion: Our culture is built on diversity, inclusion, and respect. For more information, visit www.entrust.com.

Entrust Corporation is an EOE/AA/Veteran/People with Disabilities employer.

Entrust is an EEO/AA/Disabled/Veterans Employer

Entrust values diversity and inclusion and we are committed to building a diverse workforce with wide perspectives and innovative ideas.

We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds, and we strive to provide an accessible experience for candidates of all abilities.

If you require an accommodation, contact [e-mail].

Compensation Range

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $100,781-$147,813 per year (in the primary posting location).

Actual compensation will be determined based on geographic location, education, skills and experience.

This position is also eligible for the company’s discretionary annual incentive plan.

• Entrust offers eligible colleagues and their dependents comprehensive health and well-being programs which include medical, vision, dental, a generous 401(k) matching contribution, life and disability insurance, mental health coaching, virtual fitness programs, paid personal time off plus 12 paid holidays, parental leave and education reimbursement.

Note: Benefit and Compensation programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Entrust has the right to end, suspend or amend any of its plans at any time in whole or in part.