Sr. Product Security Engineer

Micron Technology, Inc; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc is seeking a Sr. Product Security Engineer to enhance hardware security validation in Boise. In this role, you will execute fault injection and side-channel analysis testing while developing automation frameworks to improve lab efficiency. Collaborating with global teams will support Product Security across advanced memory technologies.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Computer Engineering or related fields and 3+ years of experience in firmware or embedded systems development with proficiency in Python and C++.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in product firmware or embedded systems development.
• Proficiency in Python and C++.
• Strong foundation in Linux.

Responsibilities

• Execute fault injection and side‑channel analysis campaigns.
• Develop and maintain automation frameworks.
• Set up and operate fault injection systems.

Skills

Python

C++

Embedded systems

Linux

Cybersecurity concepts

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Fault injection tools

Security tools

Job description

JR102724: Sr. Product Security Engineer

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.

Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.

Are you ready to join a world-class team at the forefront of technology and innovation? We’re seeking a Product Security Engineer to advance hardware security validation efforts within the Boise Product Security laboratory. In this role, you will scale fault injection (FI) and side‑channel analysis (SCA) testing, develop automation frameworks that improve lab efficiency and reproducibility, and collaborate with global teams to support Product Security across advanced memory technologies.

Responsibilities

• Execute fault injection and side‑channel analysis campaigns to validate security mitigations through hands‑on experimentation and real‑world attack scenarios
• Develop and maintain scripts and automation frameworks for test execution using Python and C/C++, including structured data capture, analysis workflows, and task‑based campaign orchestration
• Set up and operate fault injection systems, test benches, and device‑under‑test (DUT) configurations; improve lab architecture by separating control systems and hardware interaction layers
• Document lab procedures, calibration flows, and testing methodologies; standardize workstation setups and test execution processes to ensure reproducibility
• Collaborate across global sites through regular Product Security lab meetings and support onboarding and knowledge transfer activities

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in product firmware or embedded systems development (or equivalent academic/project experience)
• Proficiency in Python and/or C++
• Strong foundation in Linux or similar operating systems
• Understanding of computer architecture or embedded systems
• Fundamental understanding of cybersecurity concepts

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to hardware security techniques such as fault injection, side‑channel analysis, or reverse engineering
• Experience with security tools (e.g., reverse engineering, network analysis, vulnerability scanning)
• Embedded systems or FPGA experience
• Familiarity with distributed systems or automation frameworks
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks and standards

Job Profile(s)

• Firmware Engineer 3

Relocation Level

TBD

Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.