Job Description (JD) Position: Senior Security Engineer (Python Backend / Full Stack)
Location: Onsite at JDF,6400 NW 86th Street
Johnston
IA
USA
50131
Assessment: Glider Test Client-83817819 (available in Glider)
Position Overview:
Client is seeking a Senior Security Engineer to help secure its next generation of connected vehicles. This role focuses on developing secure Python-based backend infrastructure while implementing security solutions for embedded systems, vehicle networks, and cloud-connected services. The ideal candidate is a strong Python full-stack developer with backend expertise and a solid understanding of embedded security, rather than someone primarily focused on cloud security.
Key Responsibilities
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Design and develop Python-based backend services supporting secure connected vehicle platforms.
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Define and review security architectures for embedded systems, cloud services, and mobile applications.
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Design and implement cryptographic security controls for embedded environments.
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Develop secure key management and access control mechanisms for resource-constrained devices.
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Build and enhance security solutions supporting autonomous vehicle technologies.
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Collaborate with embedded software, electrical systems, and cloud engineering teams.
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Influence architecture, secure development practices, and risk management across multiple product lines.
Required Qualifications
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8+ years of software development experience with strong Python backend development.
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Full-stack development experience with emphasis on backend infrastructure.
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Experience working with Linux operating systems and distributions.
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Strong knowledge of cryptographic security controls for embedded systems.
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Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience developing IoT devices.
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Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) expertise, including certificate lifecycle management and key protection.
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DevOps experience, including CI/CD practices.
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Experience developing AWS-native applications.
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Knowledge of connected vehicle or embedded security architectures.
Technical Skills
Key Hiring Focus:
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Strong Python coding skills for backend infrastructure.
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Full-stack development experience with emphasis on backend.
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Embedded systems security and cryptographic implementation.
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Less emphasis on cloud security engineering; greater focus on secure software development and embedded security.
If you are interested, please reply with the following details:
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I look forward to hearing from you.
Thank you!
Best Regards,