Principal Embedded Engineer

We are in search of a highly skilled Principal Software Engineer with deep expertise in Linux-based systems software design, security principles, development, and testing. The ideal candidate will lead the creation of mission-critical features, architect innovative solutions, and deliver industry-leading secure software that drives our mission forward.

Key/Primary Responsibilities

• Develop embedded software for the products.
• Operate with minimal oversight to define requirements with stakeholders and design the implementation of new features.
• Investigate cybersecurity controls of processors and microcontrollers, and develop Proof-of-Concepts and implementation guidance to suppliers.
• Work with the open-source community to expand the capabilities of existing projects and share new projects that are broadly useful outside.
• Develop software in accordance with team coding guidelines and industry standards, including MISRA, SEI CERT, and AUTOSAR.
• Collaborate with CICD teams to add new capabilities to the build and release pipeline and customize the pipeline for new projects.
• Collaborate with test teams to define testing strategies and assist in automated test development.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers in software development best practices and guide their design, implementation, and testing tasks.
• Conduct root cause analysis of defects and lead initiatives to improve product quality and testing processes.
• Work with a wide range of stakeholders to align on deliverable expectations, deployment timelines, and testing issues.
• Participate in team meetings, including sprint planning, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups, to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in embedded systems development, and advocate for their integration into the team's processes.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in embedded systems software development, with a focus on both hardware and software components.
• Strong understanding of embedded programming languages (e.g., C, C++) and familiarity with real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Experience developing embedded Linux systems, BSP integration, and customization with tools such as Yocto.
• Knowledge of communication protocols (e.g., I2C, SPI, UART) and hardware interfaces.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Comfortable using the Linux command line interface.

Added Bonus

• Experience with embedded security features such as secure boot, TrustZone development, filesystem encryption, etc.
• Experience with RUST for production deployments.
• Understanding of cryptographic primitives (Keys, TLS, PKI, etc…
• Understanding of Linux Filesystem Protections (fscrypt, LUKS, dm-verity).
• Familiarity with the Linux initialization process (systemd).
• Experience developing in compliance with safety and security standards such as MISRA, SEI CERT, and AUTOSAR.
• OSCP, SANS/GIAC, CISSP, or other related/equivalent certifications.
• Experience with compliance regulations/laws, security frameworks, and standards (e.g., ISO/SAE 21434, NIST, HIPAA, ISO, COBIT, OWASP, ITIL, etc.).
• Experience with one or more of the following industries: law enforcement, defense, intelligence community, automotive, manufacturing, software,
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent professional experience
• Fluent in Japanese (reading, writing, speaking) for business and technical discussions.

Benefits

• 401(k).
• Dental Insurance.
• Health insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity, equality, inclusion, and respect for people.
• The salary will be determined based on several factors, including, but not limited to, location, relevant education, qualifications, experience, technical skills, and business needs.

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in OP monthly team meetings and participate in team-building efforts.
• Contribute to OP technical discussions, peer reviews, etc.
• Contribute content and collaborate via the OP-Wiki/Knowledge Base.
• Provide status reports to OP Account Management as requested.

About Us
At OP, we help you harness the power of technology for maximum impact. A technology consulting and solutions company, we offer advisory and managed services, innovative platforms, and staffing solutions across a wide range of fields, including AI, cybersecurity, enterprise architecture, and beyond. For nearly two decades, we've been challenging the status quo of the consulting industry, serving up fresh, ingenious thinking through a radically lean structure. Together, this strategy delivers unprecedented performance at an unparalleled pace for faster results that propel your business forward.