Software Architect - Embedded Systems

• Industry: automotive

• Location: remote (Cracow)

• Rate: up to 183 pln/h net + VAT, B2B

Responsibilities:

• Conduct requirements analysis, including reviews for cybersecurity impacts and threat modeling.

• Provide technical leadership and oversight on cybersecurity aspects across software, hardware, and manufacturing development activities, including cryptographic key management, throughout the product lifecycle.

• Research and evaluate the applicability of emerging software security technologies in the automotive domain.

• Define implementation strategies for prototypes and demonstrations.

• Develop technical solutions to mitigate security vulnerabilities.

• Identify and leverage embedded platforms and operating systems to create innovative solutions for future automotive systems.

• Guide product teams in integrating new cybersecurity designs and validation methodologies.

Must have:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Proficiency in C programming and low-level development.

• Strong knowledge of embedded systems, including networking, cryptography, and resource management, with experience in system customization.

• Hands-on experience in security operations, including incident handling and threat management.

• Familiarity with cybersecurity engineering, threat analysis, and risk assessment.

• Experience with tools such as Enterprise Architect, Jira, and Polarion.

Nice to have:

• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations (e.g., SAE, ISO) and frameworks such as ISO 21434 and UNECE WP.29.

• Relevant cybersecurity certifications (e.g., ISO 21434 CSMS).

• Experience with automotive communication protocols (CAN, CAN-FD, Ethernet).

• Familiarity with Bluetooth, NFC, and Wi-Fi implementations.

• Ability to interpret circuit schematics, hardware datasheets, and logic designs.

• Experience designing software/hardware interfaces (device drivers, BSPs).

• Knowledge of AUTOSAR-compliant platforms.

• Expertise in threat modeling and security design reviews for new technologies.

• Experience with hardware security technologies such as HSM, SHE, ARM TrustZone, and TEE.