Staff Firmware Engineer - Security

Company Description

Axiado is an AI-enhanced security processor company redefining the control and management of every digital system. The company was founded in 2017, and currently has 100+ employees. At Axiado, developing great technology takes more than talent: it takes amazing people who understand collaboration, respect each other, and go the extra mile to achieve exceptional results. It takes people who have the passion and desire to disrupt the status quo, deliver innovation, and change the world. If you have this type of passion, we invite you to apply for this job.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Security Software Engineer with expertise in Trusted Platform Modules (TPM), Firmware Attestation, and Root of Trust (RoT). The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with TPM firmware and protocols and will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust security solutions to protect hardware, firmware, and software integrity. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Develop, integrate, and maintain security solutions focused on TPM, firmware attestation, and Root of Trust (RoT). 

• Implement and optimize TPM firmware and protocols to ensure robust device security. 

• Conduct threat modeling, risk assessments, and vulnerability analysis on firmware security components. 

• Work closely with hardware and firmware teams to ensure secure lifecycle management of embedded devices. 

• Develop secure firmware update mechanisms with integrity verification. 

• Automate security validation and compliance testing for TPM and firmware security features. 

• Stay updated on industry security standards and protocols (e.g., TCG, NIST, FIPS, ISO 27001) and implement best practices. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science. 

• 10+ years of experience in security software development with a focus on firmware and hardware security. 

• Hands-on experience with TPM firmware and protocols (TPM 2.0). 

• Proficiency in C, for low-level security software development. 

• Strong understanding of cryptographic algorithms, secure key management, and hardware-backed security. 

• Familiarity with UEFI/BIOS security, secure enclave technologies, and embedded security solutions. 

• Knowledge of security vulnerabilities, mitigations, and industry best practices. 

• Experience working with open-source TPM stacks is a plus. 

Additional Information

Axiado is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining the highest caliber talent in a diverse and multifaceted environment. We are headquartered in the heart of Silicon Valley, with access to the world's leading research, technology and talent.

We are building an exceptional team to secure every node on the internet. For us, solving real-world problems takes precedence over purely theoretical problems. As a result, we prefer individuals with persistence, intelligence and high curiosity over pedigree alone. Working hard and smart, continuous learning and mutual support are all part of who we are.

Axiado is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Axiado does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.