Senior/Chief Software Engineer in Cybersecurity
- Application Deadline: May 17, 2026
- Multiple locations
- Hybrid
Chief/Senior Engineer, Software
Etteplan is a leading engineering services company specializing in software and embedded systems for industrial and connected products. We are looking for an experienced and motivated professional to join our Embedded Software & Connectivity organization, focused on cybersecurity implementation embedded systems.
About the Role
As a Chief or Senior Software Engineer in Cybersecurity, you will play a key role in designing and implementing secure embedded software solutions for our customers. You will work across diverse industries and project environments, contributing to the full software lifecycle from architecture through implementation and verification. Your work will have direct impact on the security posture of connected and safety-critical products.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement cybersecurity solutions for embedded systems and connected products
- Conduct threat modeling, security risk assessments, and vulnerability analysis on embedded platforms
- Implement secure coding practices in C and modern C++ (C++17/20) across diverse MCU platforms
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware engineers, systems architects, and QA
- Support customers in meeting regulatory requirements, including Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) obligations
- Utilize AI-assisted development tools (GitHub Copilot, Claude Code) to accelerate secure development workflows
- Contribute to internal cybersecurity competence development and best practices documentation
Required Qualifications
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in embedded C and modern C++ (C++14/17/20), with a strong emphasis on safe and secure coding standards (MISRA C/C++, SEI CERT)
- Hands-on experience with MCUs from multiple vendors, including NXP, Texas Instruments (TI), and STMicroelectronics (STM32)
- Solid understanding of embedded software architecture, RTOS environments (FreeRTOS, Zephyr, Mbed OS), and bare-metal development
- Experience implementing cryptographic protocols, secure boot, secure firmware update mechanisms, and hardware security modules (HSM/TPM)
- Familiarity with communication security for embedded systems (TLS/DTLS, MQTT with security, secure CAN/LIN/Ethernet)
- Practical experience with AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot and/or Claude Code
- Proficiency with version control (Git) and CI/CD practices in an embedded context
Standards & Regulatory Awareness
- Working knowledge of cybersecurity standards relevant to embedded and connected products: IEC 62443-4-1/2, ISO/SAE 21434, EN 18031-1-1/2/3, IEC 81001-5-1
- Understanding of the EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) requirements and their practical implications for product development
- Awareness of functional safety standards (IEC 61508, ISO 26262) and their intersection with cybersecurity
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience in embedded software development, with at least 2 years focused on cybersecurity implementation
- Demonstrated experience delivering secure embedded solutions in regulated or safety-critical industries
- Previous experience working as a consultant is considered an advantage
What We Offer
- A senior role with significant technical ownership and direct impact on product security across diverse customer industries
- Collaborative, multidisciplinary teams and a strong engineering culture
- Continuous professional development, including access to training, certifications, and emerging technology
- Flexible working arrangements and a modern, international work environment
- Competitive compensation commensurate with your experience and contribution
Great Place to Work
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Occupational health services and insurance fund
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Lunch, sport and culture benefit
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Events and activities
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Talent Referral bonus
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Benefit and discount program for employees and their families
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Phone benefit
Work with great people
About the company
As a technology service company, we bring people and technology together to change things for the better. For creating solutions positively impacting our everyday life, we need diverse people, expertise, and collaboration. Together with our customers, we are building the world we wish to see. Explore our openings and become part of a culture which believes in collaboration, creativity, and innovation. Our values – forward focus, bold thinking, smarter together – set the foundation for our culture. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, Etteplan is where your next adventure might be just around the corner. Your journey starts here!
Diversity, equity and inclusion
At Etteplan, we believe that embracing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is key to our innovation and success. Our global community Happy DEIs, helps create an environment where every voice is heard and valued and every employee feels included and empowered. We provide a platform for open discussion, networking, and continuous learning, ensuring that DEI is woven into the fabric of our workplace. Join us and you'll be part of a company that doesn't just talk about DEI – we live it.
Forward focusWe take pride and ownership in our work as well as our personal and professional growth. For us, new technologies are opportunities waiting to be turned into our competitive advantage. With our foresight and proactive mindset, we advance the success of both our customers and Etteplan.
Bold thinkingWe explore new horizons, challenge ideas, and actively propose innovative solutions. We promote an environment of open dialogue, where we have the freedom to voice our opinions openly and honestly without fear of judgment.
Smarter togetherWe share ideas with one another, not just with our closest colleagues but across different disciplines and service areas. By learning together, we help foster a diverse community where knowledge flows freely, where collaboration knows no limits, and where everyone can feel they belong.
Jyrki Hakala | Contact Person
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