• Lidar Security Software Engineer

    Actalent (Mountain View, CA)


    Job Title: Lidar Security Software EngineerJob Description

     

    We are seeking a skilled Lidar Security Software Engineer to join our team. You will implement and enhance security features in our Lidar firmware, focusing on establishing a robust chain of trust. Your role will involve integrating and managing hardware security components to protect cryptographic assets and sensitive operations. You will establish and secure communication channels between the Lidar system and other modules, ensuring data authenticity and integrity, while collaborating with firmware, hardware, and systems teams to integrate security requirements throughout the product development lifecycle.

    Responsibilities

    + Implement and enhance security features in our Lidar firmware, focusing on a robust chain of trust.

    + Integrate and manage hardware security components to protect cryptographic assets and sensitive operations.

    + Establish and secure communication channels between the Lidar system and other modules, ensuring data authenticity and integrity.

    + Collaborate with firmware, hardware, and systems teams to ensure security requirements are integrated throughout the product development lifecycle.

    Essential Skills

    + Extensive experience in embedded security engineering, with a strong focus on secure boot, trusted execution, and hardware security.

    + Hands-on experience with hardware security modules (HSMs) or Trusted Platform Modules (TPMs), including their integration and application in embedded systems.

    + Proficiency in developing secure communication protocols (e.g., TLS, DTLS) and their implementation on embedded devices.

    + Solid understanding of cybersecurity principles and security standards relevant to the automotive or robotics industry (e.g., ISO/SAE, WP.29/UN R155).

    + Experience with hardware debugging tools such as JTAG/SWD debuggers, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.

    + Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering (EE), Computer Science (CS), Computer Engineering (CE), or a related field.

    + Minimum of 5 years of experience in a security-focused role, preferably in the automotive, robotics, or a similar safety-critical industry.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Prior experience working with FPGAs, particularly Xilinx platforms and their associated development tools.

    + Familiarity with Lidar systems, sensor technologies, or other complex sensing applications.

    + Knowledge of cryptography, including symmetric and asymmetric encryption, hashing, and digital signatures.

    + Experience with embedded Linux or RTOS environments and their security hardening.

    + Contribution to open-source security projects.

    Work Environment

    The position involves working with cutting-edge Lidar technology and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams. You will utilize state-of-the-art debugging tools and secure communication protocols to ensure the integrity and safety of our products in a dynamic and innovative environment.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Mountain View, California.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $96.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Mountain View,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.