Crypto Firmware Development Engineer (f/m/div)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 15, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 28, 2026. Infineon Technologies scores B on the Alion truth index.
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Coding the future, one algorithm at a time - ready for the challenge?
As a Crypto Firmware Development Engineer in the Software & Data Science team, get ready to program the intelligence behind the chips, transform complex data into actionable insights, and create cutting-edge solutions that redefine industries and solve tomorrow's challenges.
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Your role
Key responsibilities in your new role
You will help shape the future of embedded security by developing advanced cryptographic solutions for Infineon's security devices. Collaborating with a global team of experts, you will drive secure software innovation, strengthen protection against sophisticated attacks, and deliver technology that enables trusted digital interactions worldwide.
- Develop cryptographic algorithms on embedded controller considering the balance between security / code size / performance and maintainability
- Test, debug and optimize software on Infineon’s Security Devices
- Implement test cases for automated regression testing
- Execute threat modeling, code reviews and documentation
- Collaborate with a very integrated multinational team, sharing knowledge and working closely with peers, including pair programming, to deliver high-quality solutions that meet the highest security standards
Your profile
Qualifications and skills to help you succeed
You are passionate about developing high-quality, security-critical software and approach challenges with accuracy, rigor, and a systematic mindset. Working collaboratively across global teams, you strive to deliver reliable solutions that meet the highest security and quality standards.
- A Master degree in Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science or a similar field of studies
- 3+ years of experience in cryptography and embedded software development or other relevant experience
- Good knowledge of side-channel attacks (DPA), differential fault attacks (DFA) and probing attacks, as well as experience with the corresponding state-of-the art countermeasures
- Good know-how in embedded microcontroller programming (e.g. ARM Cortex) using assembler, C, and Object-Oriented programming
- Proven experience implementing symmetric, asymmetric, hash based, or postquantum cryptographic algorithms
- Experience with security measures in microcontrollers and/or circuit design
- Fluency English, German is a plus
Please send us your CV in English
Please note that:
- Subject to meeting all job requirements, belonging to protected categories under Law 68/99 will be considered a preferential requirement
- As part of the selection process, the successful candidate will be required to provide a valid police certificate
Salary pay information:
LocationIndicative salary rangePadova, Italy€43.440 - €59.730The stated salary comprises annual base pay and target variable compensation. The starting salary is determined using objective, gender neutral criteria, including relevant experience, qualifications, and role scope; prior compensation is not requested or considered. Employees also benefit from a comprehensive total rewards package, which may include further compensation and benefit elements depending on local regulations and company policies.
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