Staff Embedded Security Firmware Architect

Google

Sunnyvale (CA)

On-site

USD 207,000 - 300,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Google is seeking a senior software engineer focused on hardware security in Sunnyvale, CA. You will drive the technical vision for secure firmware, cryptographic services, and trusted execution environments across data center silicon.

Collaboration with hardware and software teams is essential to advance next-generation roots of trust. The role demands strong experience in embedded systems, real-time OS, and C++, with leadership duties guiding cross-functional teams and major open standards

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
8 years of experience in software development.
5 years of experience testing, and launching software products.
5 years of experience working with embedded operating systems.
3 years of experience with software design and architecture.
Experience with embedded systems, security standards, real-time operating systems, and C++.

Responsibilities

Own and drive the long-term technical vision for Google’s hardware security.
Partner with hardware engineers to co-design system architectures and deploy software/firmware for security chips.
Bridge bare-metal/RTOS systems with cryptographic services and certificate operations.
Steer roadmaps and implementations for Open standards like OpenTitan, Caliptra, and TPM.
Lead distributed teams on high-impact projects, advancing CI/CD and mentoring.