Security Firmware Engineer, Senior - Cork, Ireland

Design and develop security software components for AI accelerator cards supporting TDISP-based trusted device assignment, lifecycle management and interconnect security. Implement SR-IOV-based secure execution environments, enabling isolation and attestation of PCIe virtual functions. Develop or integrate PCIe security protocols software, including specification from DMTF (SPDM, CMA, MCTP, etc.) and PCI SIG (CMA, DOE, IDE, etc.) Optimize memory management and performance within enclaves while preserving security guarantees. Debug and resolve complex software issues using tools like JTAG, RAM dumps, and secure debug policies. Contribute to threat modeling, risk assessments, and compliance alignment with TDISP, OCP, TCG, and Confidential Computing Consortium standards. 3+ years of experience in system or embedded software development, preferably security features for Compute or Server platforms. Proficiency in C/C++, with strong debugging and testing skills in Linux-based embedded system Experience in device driver development, RTOS, SoC architecture (core, cache, memory, bus architecture, IOs, etc.) Strong understanding of cryptographic primitives and their application in security protocols and system design. Familiarity with secure boot, attestation, TPM, and platform-level security technologies. Contributions to open-source security or virtualization projects. Experience with Source Code and Configuration management tools such as git/Gerrit Ability to work effectively in a high-caliber international/multi-site team Hands-on experience with ARM Trustzone environments Knowledge of TDISP, SPDM, IDE, DOE, and DICE protocols. Proficiency with Software development and debug tools including compilers, profilers, source control systems, emulators, JTAG and serial debuggers, and logic analyzers Experience with RISC-V is a plus. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience. OR Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering or related work experience. OR PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field. 2+ years of academic or work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc. References to a particular number of years experience are for indicative purposes only. Applications from candidates with equivalent experience will be considered, provided that the candidate can demonstrate an ability to fulfill the principal duties of the role and possesses the required competencies.