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# (Senior/Principal) Software Security Architect

- **Company:** NXP Semiconductors
- **Location:** Gratkorn, Austria
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Cyber Security, Embedded Software, Firmware, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Key Management, Secure Coding, Smart Cards, Software Engineering, Software Security, Java Card, Information Technology, U-Boot, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** October 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://nxp.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/careers/job/Gratkorn/Software-Security-Architect--JavaCard-OS--Crypto-Library--Firmware---m-f-d-_R-10062335

## About the Role

We're looking for an experienced Product Security Architect with a passion for embedded security, secure software design, and solving complex security challenges., * Master's or PhD in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

 * Strong embedded software development experience in C/C++.
 * Solid background in embedded security and secure system design.
 * Experience with security architecture, threat analysis, or vulnerability assessments.
 * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Ideally, You Also Have Experience With

 * Smart Cards, Secure Elements, Java Card, or Trusted Execution Environments (TEEs)
 * Common Criteria (CC), EMVCo, SESIP, or similar certification schemes
 * Cryptography, Secure Boot, Key Management, HSMs, or Firmware Protection
 * Secure Coding, Threat Modeling, and Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) practices

## Description

* Define, review, and improve security architectures for embedded software, firmware, operating systems, and secure platforms.
 * Perform threat modeling, risk assessments, and attack surface analysis.
 * Investigate security vulnerabilities, identify root causes, and define countermeasures.
 * Support security-by-design throughout the product lifecycle.
 * Collaborate with customers, development teams, certification bodies, and security evaluation labs.
 * Contribute to innovative security solutions for next-generation connected products.