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Senior Firmware Engineer - Secure SSD & Embedded Security

X-PHY IncSingapore, Pedra Branca, Singapore

6 days ago

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X-PHY is an industry leader in cybersecurity technology, delivering cutting-edge solutions that proactively protect businesses from evolving cyber threats. As a hardware-based cybersecurity company, we don't just build products—we build the future.

As we continue to expand, we're seeking passionate, driven individuals to join our mission to redefine industry standards, push boundaries, and create transformative solutions that protect the digital world. Joining us isn't just about securing a job—it's about embarking on an entrepreneurial journey. Here, you don't just work for the company; you grow with it.

We're looking for visionary thinkers, bold strategists, and decisive doers—people who don't just follow the path but redefine it. If you're ready to challenge conventional norms, drive innovation, and be part of something transformative, this is your opportunity to help shape the future of cybersecurity. At X-PHY, we value individuals who are driven by purpose and thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

We are currently hiring a Senior Firmware Engineer to take on the role of Team Lead for our firmware group. This position blends hands-on embedded firmware development with technical leadership and strategic oversight. You will lead a dedicated team in the design, development, and optimization of firmware for our cutting-edge cybersecure hardware products. Working closely with cross-functional teams—including hardware, FPGA, and cybersecurity engineers—you will help define and deliver secure, high-performance, real-time firmware systems on ARM and FPGA-based platforms.

Requirements

Lead the firmware development lifecycle—from architecture and design to implementation, validation, and deployment
Guide and mentor junior engineers; perform technical reviews and help grow team capabilities
Design, develop, and maintain low-level firmware and device drivers for ARM and FPGA-based embedded platforms
Collaborate with hardware and FPGA engineers to define system architecture and interface layers
Work on secure boot processes, BSPs, and diagnostic firmware for secure SSDs and other hardware
Implement cybersecurity measures such as encryption, secure key storage, and tamper detection in firmware
Oversee firmware testing infrastructure including unit testing, integration testing, and CI support
Interface with other engineering leads (software, hardware, FPGA, QA) to align schedules, requirements, and product goals
Contribute to system performance tuning and optimization
Stay up-to-date with best practices in embedded security, real-time processing, and secure firmware updates

Qualifications :

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline

7+ years of experience in firmware or embedded software development, with at least 2 years in a technical leadership role

Proficient in C / C++, with additional experience in Python for scripting and testing

Strong experience with ARM architectures (e.g., Cortex-A / M) and SoC platforms

Expertise in firmware-hardware interaction, device drivers, memory-mapped I / O, and BSPs

Experience developing for and integrating with FPGAs using Verilog / VHDL

Deep understanding of real-time operating systems (RTOS) and / or embedded Linux environments

Familiarity with hardware protocols including PCIe, I2C, SPI, UART, and DDR

Hands-on debugging experience using tools such as JTAG, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers

Proven ability to lead complex technical projects across multiple teams

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience with secure embedded systems : secure boot, encryption, key management

Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, threat models, and countermeasures

Familiarity with AI / ML deployment on embedded platforms (e.g., anomaly detection via lightweight neural networks)

Experience with Git-based workflows, CI / CD pipelines, and build systems like Yocto or Buildroot

Experience with NVM (non-volatile memory) systems and custom SSD firmware development

Note : This is a full-time, onsite role based in Singapore .

Only candidates who are currently based in Singapore or open to relocating will be considered.

Benefits

Performance Bonus : Our company recognizes and rewards high performance with competitive bonuses tied to your results.

Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) : We issue RSUs to contributors, offering you a stake in the company's success and aligning your interests with our long-term growth.

Career Advancement Opportunities : We provide clear career progression pathways and support your development to help you reach your full potential.

Collaborative Work Environment : Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting

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