Software Engineer – Embedded Security

You want to help build the Western resilience and protect people and critical infrastructure. At CDDS, you’ll help secure the software behind our next-generation interceptor drones. We’re looking for a hands-on software engineer who understands embedded security and US security requirements. You’ll complement our existing cloud security expertise by implementing security on our devices and supporting compliance documentation from a technical perspective. What you will do Write and maintain software that secures our embedded Linux devices and ground systems. Implement secure provisioning, authentication, key management, and software updates. Translate security requirements into practical technical solutions alongside our security and compliance lead. Identify vulnerabilities, implement fixes, and verify that security measures work on real hardware. Support compliance work with technical documentation and evidence of implemented controls. Requirements Strong software development skills in Python and/or C++. Experience securing embedded Linux systems. Practical knowledge of encryption, secure boot, access control, and device security. Ability to balance security requirements with performance, reliability, and operational needs. experience for hardware backed key storage, like TPMs Nice to have Experience supporting security compliance or assessments. Familiarity with US cybersecurity requirements relevant to defense suppliers. CCP certification. Experience with NVIDIA Jetson or similar embedded platforms. Experience with yocto Experience with embedded penetration testing NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC familiarity Why CDDS Direct impact on technology protecting people and critical infrastructure. A hands-on engineering role with ownership and close collaboration across the team. Real-world testing and deployment of your work. Attractive compensation. Find more English Speaking Jobs in Switzerland on Arbeitnow