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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Embedded Crypto Software Developer - **Company:** Nxp Semiconductors Netherlands B.v. - **Location:** Belgium - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** ARM Architecture, Embedded Software, Firmware, Software Architecture, Reduced Instruction Set Computing, RSA (Cryptosystem), Secure Hash Algorithm, PIC Microcontroller, Information Technology - **Published:** August 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.nieuwejobs.com/job/viewjob/9456781/principal-embedded-crypto-software-developer-mfd.html ## About the Role * BSc, MSc or PhD in mathematics, cryptography, computer science, electronic/ electrical engineering, information technology or relevant discipline. * 10+ years of relevant industry experience in cryptography and embedded security (or an equivalent combination of advanced degree and relevant experience), with strong understanding and implementation of cryptographic primitives (e.g., ECC, RSA, AES, SHA-2/SHA-3). * Solid experience in embedded software development using C and Assembly, and strong knowledge of microcontroller architecture (e.g., ARM Cortex-M, RISC-V). * Knowledge of hardware and software countermeasures against side-channel and fault-injection attacks. * Experience in Post-Quantum Cryptography is a plus. * Experience with Rust is a plus. * Strong debugging and analysis skills. * You are a proactive team player with a strong sense of ownership and a proven ability to deliver results. Please note: The successful candidate may/will be responsible for security related tasks. The assignment may/will be in scope of security certifications, therefore a conscious and reliable way of working is necessary. ## Description * Specification and cross-platform implementation of state-of-the-art cryptographic algorithms (incl. Post-Quantum Cryptography) and secure software based on functional requirements. * Design and specification of software countermeasures against physical attacks such as Side-Channel Analysis (SCA) and Fault Injection (FI). * Collaboration with security architects and internal evaluation teams to enhance software countermeasures. * Providing technical leadership for cryptographic domains, driving domain evolution, influencing architectural decisions, and supporting project planning. * Collaboration with OS and firmware teams to ensure clean and secure integration of the cryptographic software into the final product. * Working closely with the group's test and platform support engineers to ensure maximum product quality. * Driving product certification activities and supporting security evaluations. * Work on state-of-the-art cryptographic software, including traditional and post-quantum cryptography, on ARM Cortex-M and RISC-V platforms. * Develop innovative countermeasures against Side-Channel Analysis (SCA) and Fault Injection (FI) attacks. * Drive the technical direction of cryptographic software, influence architectural decisions, and lead technical discussions across multiple teams. * Collaborate with leading security experts across architecture, evaluation, firmware and certification domains. * Contribute to solutions that safeguard applications across automotive, payment, identification, mobile, industrial, and IoT markets. ## Related Videos - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) - [Unleashing the Full Potential of the Arm Architecture – Write Once, Deploy Anywhere](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/940-unleashing-the-full-potential-of-the-arm-architecture-write-once-deploy-anywhere) - [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large) - [Playing Pong on a shoulder press machine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100140-playing-pong-on-a-shoulder-press-machine) - [Passive ARM Assembly Skills for Debugging, Optimization (and Hacking)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1083-passive-arm-assembly-skills-for-debugging-optimization-and-hacking) - [Agent Smith Gets Hardware: Autonomous IoT Hacking From Debug Port to Cloud API](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100258-agent-smith-gets-hardware-autonomous-iot-hacking-from-debug-port-to-cloud-api) ## Related Articles - [The Netherlands – Europe’s powerhouse for software development?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/31-the-netherlands-europe-s-powerhouse-for-software-development) - [Best Companies in the Netherlands: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/193-best-companies-in-the-netherlands-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [Software Developer Salary in The Netherlands [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/217-software-developer-salary-in-the-netherlands-2023) - [How to Find Tech Jobs in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/279-how-to-find-tech-jobs-in-amsterdam) - [How to land a developer job in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/36-how-to-land-a-developer-job-in-amsterdam) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs)