Senior Embedded Security Engineer (Secure Boot / Firmware) at North Atlantic Industries, Inc – Bohemia, New York

North Atlantic Industries is a leading provider of embedded electronic solutions, specializing in rugged embedded computing, power supplies and motion simulation and measurement technologies. Our products and services are used by the military, aerospace, and industrial markets, helping to advance technology and protect the free world.

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Summary

Senior Software Engineer II is responsible for the development of software programs that align with the overall goals of our business. It is the responsibility of this individual to ensure that the software development fully aligns with our business needs and identify ways that existing software may be modified to improve functionality.

Senior Software Engineer II may be involved with different projects across the organization. This position’s primary focus is on embedded security and secure boot implementation, including development of root of trust, boot processes, and cryptographic integration within embedded systems. This role requires hands-on experience working with low-level embedded systems, firmware, and hardware.

• Taking ownership of software-related issues and working toward finding solutions in a timely and efficient manner
• Assisting and designing, coding and debugging software as needed
• Assisting with generation and review of product and design documentation as needed
• Interfacing with design and test engineers throughout the product development cycle
• Interfacing with embedded hardware and system engineers to define and design system solutions
• Participating and leading code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices
• Training and coaching software engineers on the team

Additional responsibilities include:

• Supporting development and implementation of secure boot and measured boot processes
• Contributing to root of trust and chain of trust design from BootROM through OS handoff
• Integrating cryptographic functionality into firmware and boot processes (e.g., OpenSSL, WolfSSL)
• Supporting secure key storage, provisioning, and TPM-related operations
• Working closely with hardware teams during board bring-up and low-level debugging
• Developing and debugging boot components (e.g., FSBL, U-Boot) and Linux drivers as needed

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• BS in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering required
• Minimum of 8-years of engineering and/or software programming experience required
• Leadership skills to direct the activities of other Engineers and provide effective coaching and training
• Ability to work with hardware to develop and debug software which includes embedded code as well as test software
• Familiar with various operating systems (VxWorks, Linux, PetaLinux, Deos, Windows, etc.)
• Robust knowledge of C
• For individuals who are responsible for test applications, must be proficient in C++, C#, GUI programming, Object-Oriented design and programming

Additional requirements:

• Experience with secure boot, measured boot, or root of trust implementations
• Strong understanding of embedded boot processes (BootROM, FSBL, U-Boot, OS handoff)
• Hands-on experience integrating cryptographic functionality into embedded systems
• Experience with key storage and provisioning methods (e.g., TPM or similar technologies)
• Experience with embedded Linux environments (Yocto, PetaLinux)
• Strong proficiency in C for low-level or bare-metal systems

Preferred Skills and Abilities:

• Strong oral and written communication skills to train, coach and collaborate with other staff
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated, and possess a high degree of curiosity and desire to learn new things
• Good organizational skills and be able to multi-task within a fast-paced environment

Additional preferred qualifications:

• Ability to independently research and implement system-level solutions
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
• Strong systems-level thinking across hardware, firmware, and software
• Experience with Intel or ARM-based SoCs (e.g., Xilinx Zynq, Ultrascale+)
• Familiarity with OpenSSL, WolfSSL, WolfCrypt, or WolfBoot
• Experience with Linux driver development and debugging
• Experience with communication protocols: I2C, SPI, CAN, Ethernet, Serial, ARINC
• Exposure to post-quantum cryptography (PQC)

North Atlantic Industries offers comprehensive and competitive packages including:

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-provided Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(K) with company matching contributions
• Vacation, holidays, sick
• Employee tuition reimbursement
• Annual bonus eligibility
• Opportunities for learning and career development

Work Schedule and Environment

• Monday to Friday, Day Shift
• Discretionary 9/80 Schedule
• Business casual dress code

North Atlantic Industries (NAI) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons in all facets of employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected status. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation in applying for any posted position, please contact Human Resources at 631-567-1100 or by email at hr@naii.com. As a federal government contractor, in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Executive Orders, North Atlantic Industries (NAI) is required to develop annual Affirmative Action Plans for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Any employees or applicants who wish to review the Affirmative Action Plan for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities can contact us by sending an email to hr@naii.com or by calling 631-567-1100.