Lead Embedded Systems Security Architect

About the role

The Lead Embedded Systems Security Architect will define the security standards for world-class GNSS technology, ensuring Trimble remains the most trusted name in precision. This role requires a technical leader to bridge the gap between sophisticated embedded systems and modern cybersecurity.

Responsibilities

• Arcitect Secure Workflows: Design and implement robust security frameworks and networking protocols for high-end GNSS receivers to defend against evolving cyber threats.
• Lead Technical Security: Act as the primary authority on cybersecurity issues, identifying system weaknesses and collaborating with global teams to document and resolve vulnerabilities.
• Drive Cross-Functional Alignment: Partner with Product Marketing and various Trimble divisions to translate complex security requirements into high-performance, user-centric features.
• Innovate Systems Architecture: Specify and define software architectures capable of being deployed across multiple operating systems for next-generation product development.
• Collaborate Globally: Interface with the Trimble Cloud team and international R&D hubs to ensure seamless, secure communication across the entire product ecosystem.

Requirements

• Cybersecurity Focus: Demonstrated expertise in designing secure workflows and implementing defensive security measures in embedded environments.
• Networking Competence: Deep understanding of networking and communication protocols.
• Embedded Development: Significant experience with C/C++ and Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS), including primitives like mutexes, semaphores, and task priorities.
• Linux Proficiency: Solid knowledge of Embedded Linux and various Linux distributions.
• Communication: Ability to collaborate effectively with non-technical stakeholders, such as product marketing, to drive security requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in embedded systems security, networking, and software architecture.
• Experience with GNSS or high-precision positioning technology is a plus.
• Knowledge of cloud-to-device secure integration is a plus.
• Experience transitioning legacy systems to next-generation software architectures is a plus.

Skills

• Strong leadership skills and the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, agile environment.

Benefits

Trimble offers comprehensive core benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Time off plans and retirement plans. Most of our businesses also offer tax savings plans for health, dependent care and commuter expenses as well as Paid Parental Leave and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.