About the Role
We are looking for an exceptional Senior Boot ROM Engineer with a strong background in security to join our core silicon development team. The successful candidate will architect, develop, and validate secure Boot ROM firmware, playing a pivotal role in safeguarding our next-generation embedded platforms. You will work closely with hardware, software, and security teams to implement robust boot processes, integrate advanced cryptographic technologies, and ensure compliance with industry standards.
Key Responsibilities
Design, implement, and validate secure Boot ROM firmware for embedded systems and SoCs.
Develop and maintain secure boot flows, including post-quantum cryptography (PQC) integration.
Conduct detailed threat modeling and risk assessments for boot and initialization stages.
Implement and support attestation mechanisms to verify platform integrity.
Ensure Boot ROM firmware meets FIPS and other industry security certifications.
Collaborate with hardware and security teams to define and integrate hardware-based security features.
Participate in code reviews, security audits, and documentation.
Support silicon bring-up, debugging, and secure firmware updates.
The pay range below is for Bay Area California only. Actual salary may vary based on a number of factors including job location, job-related knowledge, skills, experiences, trainings, etc. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance.
$149.1K - $215.9K USD
We use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for the position. Applicants must be eligible for any required U.S. export authorizations.
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
7+ years of experience in embedded firmware or Boot ROM development, with a strong focus on security.
Deep knowledge of cryptographic algorithms and protocols, including post-quantum cryptography (PQC).
Experience with threat modeling, attestation protocols, and secure boot processes.
Familiarity with FIPS certification and related compliance requirements.
Proficiency in C, assembly language, and secure coding best practices.
Experience with RISC-V, ARM, or similar architectures.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Bonus Skills
Background in hardware/software co-design for security.
Hands on experience with Simulation, Emulation and SIMICS platforms
Background in silicon validation or hardware security assessment.
Knowledge of Post Quantum Cryptographic Algorithms, secure key provisioning and manufacturing flows.
Top Skills
What We Do
Altera: Accelerating Innovators Altera provides leadership programmable solutions that are easy-to-use and deploy in applications from cloud to edge, offering limitless AI possibilities. Our end-to-end broad portfolio of products including FPGAs, CPLDs, Intellectual Property, development tools, System on Modules, SmartNICs and IPUs provide the flexibility to accelerate innovation. Altera is helping to shape the future through pioneering innovation that unlocks extraordinary possibilities for everyone on the planet.
