Senior Security Engineer, Firmware

Roku
Cardiff
10 months ago
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About the Role

 

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Software Engineer with a strong background in embedded Linux and system-on-a-chip (SoC) development and integration. This is a senior role that requires a high level of visibility within the organization. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of developing secure systems and components on embedded devices. 

What you’ll be doing 

Develop new product solutions for cryptographic key programming, secure boot, and secure enclave Develop cross product security infrastructure solutions Design cryptographic tooling to support new product development teams Design and implement realistic offensive security tools and exercises to simulate device firmware attacks Evaluate hardware vendor solutions security implementations (secure boot, TEE, secure video path, attack surface) Conduct vulnerability research including development of realistic scenarios threat actors use to compromise the security of an embedded system Perform static analysis on firmware images for vulnerability management 

 
We’re excited if you have 

10+ years of relevant software development experience In-depth understanding of Linux, tools, libraries and open source development Extensive experience with C/C++/OOD and the ability to solve complex problems Proven track record of success with embedded system development projects Solid grasp of cryptography protocols and applications Red Team experience on embedded systems Development experience with first stage bootloaders and secure boot flow Experience working with Trusted Execution Environment and secure software best practices Understanding of various types of exploits, threat modeling, and attack surfaces Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent engineering experience 

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Benefits

Roku is committed to offering a diverse range of benefits as part of our compensation package to support our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits include global access to mental health and financial wellness support and resources. Local benefits include statutory and voluntary benefits which may include healthcare (medical, dental, and vision), life, accident, disability, commuter, and retirement options (401(k)/pension). Our employees can take time off work for vacation and other personal reasons to balance their evolving work and life needs. It's important to note that not every benefit is available in all locations or for every role. For details specific to your location, please consult with your recruiter.

The Roku Culture

Roku is a great place for people who want to work in a fast-paced environment where everyone is focused on the company's success rather than their own. We try to surround ourselves with people who are great at their jobs, who are easy to work with, and who keep their egos in check. We appreciate a sense of humor. We believe a fewer number of very talented folks can do more for less cost than a larger number of less talented teams. We’re independent thinkers with big ideas who act boldly, move fast and accomplish extraordinary things through collaboration and trust. In short, at Roku you'll be part of a company that's changing how the world watches TV. 

We have a unique culture that we are proud of. We think of ourselves primarily as problem-solvers, which itself is a two-part idea. We come up with the solution, but the solution isn't real until it is built and delivered to the customer. That penchant for action gives us a pragmatic approach to innovation, one that has served us well since 2002. 

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