Embedded Cybersecurity Developer
Brasov, RO Bucuresti, RO Iasi, RO Sibiu, RO Timisoara, RO Cluj, RO Remote, RO
Who We Are
We are looking for an Embedded Cybersecurity Engineer specializing in Electric Powertrain Software to support compliance with EU Cybersecurity regulations and OEM-specific cybersecurity requirements. Cybersecurity in the automotive domain is a niche discipline requiring highly specialized knowledge across embedded systems, cryptographic services, toolchains, and regulatory frameworks. The successful candidate will bring a deep technical background along with experience interfacing directly with OEM engineering stakeholders.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Ensure product compliance with EU Cybersecurity regulations and ISO 21434 requirements.
- Interpret and implement OEM-specific cybersecurity requirements, including feature specifications and compliance audits.
- Develop, integrate, and validate secure embedded software for electric powertrain control units.
- Implement and maintain secure boot and automotive bootloader workflows, including update and authentication mechanisms.
- Support design and implementation of Key Management Systems (KMS) for OEM and/or Tier-1 supplier environments.
- Implement cybersecurity incident logging mechanisms and integrate with UDS-based diagnostic services.
- Support FOTA (Firmware Over-The-Air) sequence design and secure field update capabilities.
- Collaborate with OEM technical teams, cybersecurity architects, and internal platform developers.
- Participate in design reviews, cybersecurity verification activities, and documentation deliverables.
- Provide technical guidance to cross-functional teams regarding secure embedded development practices.
What You’ll Bring Along
- University degree in Electronics, Automation, Computer Science, or Telecommunications Engineering.
- Minimum 5 years of experience as a Software Developer in automotive embedded systems.
- Understanding of ISO 21434 cybersecurity requirements and automotive process frameworks.
- Hands-on experience with Infineon Aurix Tricore TC3XX and integrated ARM Cortex HSM secure module.
- Expert knowledge of Tricore and HSM memory manipulation, secure services, and low-level integration.
- Expert implementation experience with: Cybersecurity incident logging mechanisms and UDS diagnostic services (ISO 14229)
- In-depth knowledge of Key Management Systems, OEM or supplier based.
- Extensive experience with AUTOSAR architectures and Vector MICROSAR toolchains.
- Proficient user of Vector tools
- Understanding of typical FOTA sequences and secure OTA update implementation strategies.
- Expert understanding of automotive bootloaders, secure boot, and authenticated update workflows.
- Expert-level experience with Lauterbach Trace32, TASKING iSystems & Associated debugging toolchains and scripting environments.
- Experience interfacing with OEM or Tier-1 technical personnel in requirements, debugging, and integration contexts.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in constrained embedded environments.
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to communicate complex cybersecurity topics clearly.
- Ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams including hardware, embedded software, diagnostics, and security experts.
- Excellent command of both spoken and written English.
What’s in it for you
✔ New beginnings can be a challenge. We promise a smooth integration and a supportive mentor
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NTT DATA Romania is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants regardless to race, color, religion, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees.
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