Applied Intuition is hiring a Security Engineer (Purple Team) in Sunnyvale to audit vehicle software for vulnerabilities, run penetration tests and risk assessments, and coordinate remediation while helping design secure automotive/connected-vehicle systems. Core skills include C/C++ and Python, embedded systems, Linux/QNX internals, and automotive security standards like ISO 21434 and UN R155.
You will assess and audit vehicle software for security vulnerabilities, lead security verification and validation, conduct penetration testing and risk assessments, implement or coordinate vulnerability fixes, and help design secure automotive and connected-vehicle systems.
Responsibilities
Review, assess, and audit vehicle software platform code for security vulnerabilities
Lead security verification and validation initiatives
Set up benches for penetration tests and risk assessments
Implement or coordinate remediation for identified vulnerabilities
Design secure vehicle software and connected-vehicle architectures
Conduct security testing and risk assessments
Prioritize mitigation strategies based on risk
Develop automotive products in line with ISO 21434 and UN R155 requirements
Collaborate with engineering teams and customers to advance product security
Requirements
2+ years of industry experience in software engineering or product security engineering
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or equivalent
Understanding of embedded systems
Experience in penetration testing or security assessment of embedded systems
Knowledge of Linux or QNX internals
Security expertise in C, C++, x86, ARM, cryptography, or exploit development
Experience with network security
Proficiency in C/C++ or Python
Understanding of hardware security primitives
Experience with vulnerability databases and automated fuzzing frameworks
Proficiency in code auditing and vulnerability research
Experience performing formal risk assessments
Ability to lead and coordinate security projects
Benefits
Equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units
Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance