Security-Focused Embedded Systems Engineer/Evaluator (Ph.D.)

About Exponent

Exponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients’ most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges. Our vision is to engage multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world.

Our Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Security-Focused Embedded Systems Engineer/Evaluator for our Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Practice in Menlo Park, CA. In this role, you will work as part of a team to test and troubleshoot secure identity credentials and other security peripherals such as smart cards relating to identity management and authentication.

• Work to help test materials, components, and systems to assess them against standards and expectations relating to durability, reliability, quality, interoperability, performance, and security.
• Assess component performance against environmental exposures such as repeated bending, UV sunlight, chemicals, X-rays, radio-frequency interrogation, fault-injection, power attacks, and a host of other tests.
• Work on both physical and digital aspects of devices and systems both in your office, in the field, and in the lab.
• Be responsible for Performing electrical and digital lab tests after completing training.
• Create clear and concise reports and visualizations for clients.
• Manage technical expectations of stakeholders.
• Develop your cybersecurity expertise through certification programs.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Physics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Strong hands-on engineering, lab, instrumentation, and research abilities
• Problem solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with and an interest in hardware security, network communications and security, cryptography
• Software experience in one or more of the following languages: C/C++, Python, Java, Swift (preferred)
• Ability to learn new computer languages if needed
• Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams

Additional Qualifications

• Experience with coding and troubleshooting Arduino or similar devices
• Ability to perform instrumentation, troubleshooting, and potentially creation of electro-mechanical components, test fixtures, and equipment
• Ability to test systems and components for reliability, durability, and security

Life @ Exponent

To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links:

• https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent
• https://www.exponent.com/company/our-impact

Work Environment

At Exponent, we have found that in-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, for realizing the full potential of our talented and diverse teams, and for building a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging. In our offices, you can expect a supportive culture and a collaborative, dynamic, multi-disciplinary work environment. Our consultants engage in-person in the office unless they are traveling for client work or other business activities. We value the rich lives our colleagues enjoy outside of work and understand that work/life balance is critical to our employees and their well-being. Consultants have the autonomy to balance their work and personal schedules so you can meet with clients, visit inspection sites, attend conferences, and make time for priorities outside of work, too.

Career Growth

Our consultants are rewarded for their technical and business contributions and have an opportunity to plan for future success and career growth. Exponent's total compensation plan is consistent with its expectations of the quality and quantity of work performed and with the professional standards set by Exponent.

Compensation

The base salary range for this position is dependent on experience and capabilities which will be assessed during the interview process. Salary Range USD $140,000.00 - USD $154,000.00 /Yr.

Benefits

You Will Enjoy Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page: https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent

Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at HR-Accommodations@exponent.com.