Principal Software Security Engineer
Core
Strategic authority and technical advisor for software security in combined HW+SW automotive and embedded solutions, influencing product roadmaps and architectural decisions.
Role type
Principal Software Security Engineer (Strategic Advisor)
Builds
Renesas-developed software products for automotive, industrial, and IoT sectors
Domain
Automotive embedded systems, SoC software stacks, cybersecurity
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Embedded software security expertise, SoC software architecture knowledge, Strategic influence without formal authority, Cross-organizational alignment, Regulatory driver translation
Preferred skills
Automotive cybersecurity experience, ISO/SAE 21434 familiarity, Security software ecosystem knowledge, Global cross-regional engineering experience
Technologies
MCU, SoC, Boot chains, OS integration, Middleware, Platform services
Responsibilities
Define security software strategy and technology direction, Architect SoC software and cybersecurity solutions, Define cybersecurity requirements for products, Engage cross-functionally and externally
Seniority
Principal, strategy & mentorship
