SOLiD · 7 hours ago
Senior Research Engineer, Embedded Security Software
Plano, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expSOLiD is seeking a highly motivated and technically qualified Senior Research Engineer, Embedded Software. In this role, you will lead the security implementation for their next-generation O-RAN Radio Unit, working closely with the BSP and Hardware teams to ensure secure boot and OS hardening.
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Responsibilities
Secure Boot Implementation: Implement and validate the Secure Boot chain (BootROM → U-Boot → Linux Kernel) using hardware Root of Trust
TPM Integration: Integrate TPM 2.0 module for key storage and platform attestation; develop drivers and userspace tools for TPM management
Network Security: Implement secure network protocols including TLS 1.2/1.3, SSH, and EAP-TLS (802.1x) for O-RAN Fronthaul interface
OS Hardening: Harden the embedded Linux system (Buildroot/Yocto) by configuring permissions, removing unnecessary services, and implementing secure storage solutions
Crypto Implementation: Manage PKI certificates and integrate OpenSSL/mbedTLS libraries for M-plane connectivity
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree (in EE/CE/CS) with 5+ years of related experience or master's degree (in EE/CE/CS) with 3+ years of experience in telecommunications, or related field
5+ years of embedded security or systems engineering experience
Hands-on experience with Secure Boot flows (signing images, burning fuses) on ARM-based SoCs
Experience with TPM (Trusted Platform Module) integration and TCG standards
Strong knowledge of cryptographic primitives (RSA, ECC, AES, SHA) and PKI (Certificates, CA)
Proficiency in C programming and Linux kernel/driver security features
Familiarity with network security protocols (EAP, TLS, IPsec)
Critical requirement to work on-site for hardware provisioning, fuse programming, and JTAG debugging
Preferred
Experience with ARM TrustZone or OP-TEE
Understanding of O-RAN security specifications (WG11)
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Life Insurance
Vacation/Holiday/Sick Time
401k
Company
SOLiD
SOLiD empowers building owners and enterprise IT to invest in their own properties.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$27.68MKey Investors
National Telecommunications and Information Administration
2024-12-19Grant· $27.68M
Leadership Team
Scott Deweese
President, Americas
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