Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Senior Embedded Software Engineer – Cybersecurity (Medical Devices)

Location: Hybrid – Dublin, Ireland

Industry: Medical Devices | Embedded Systems | Cybersecurity

Are you ready to secure the future of connected healthcare?

We’re seeking a Senior Embedded Cybersecurity Engineer to help design and implement advanced security solutions for our client's next-generation medical devices. Based in Dublin, this hybrid role offers the opportunity to work on mission-critical technology that protects patients and complies with the highest industry and regulatory standards.

You’ll work across the embedded stack—from secure boot to real-time OS and Linux—collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop systems that are not only innovative but safe and secure by design.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead the development of cybersecurity architecture for embedded medical devices
• Conduct threat modeling, vulnerability assessments, and define risk mitigation strategies
• Design and implement secure firmware, bootloaders, and communication protocols
• Define and run penetration testing, secure code reviews, and cybersecurity validation plans
• Ensure compliance with medical device cybersecurity standards and global regulations
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and regulatory teams to integrate security across the development lifecycle

Your Background:

• 8+ years of experience in embedded systems and cybersecurity
• Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Certifications such as CISSP, HCISSP, CEH, or CISM
• Strong skills in C/C++, secure software design, and embedded Linux/RTOS
• Familiarity with embedded networking, secure boot, memory protection, and threat modeling tools
• Excellent communication skills for working in cross-functional, high-compliance environments

Bonus Points:

• 10+ years in secure embedded software development
• Experience with medical device standards (e.g. ISO 13485, IEC 62304, FDA 21 CFR Part 820)
• Background in cloud-connected devices and secure OTA architecture
• Knowledge of penetration testing tools, static analysis, and firmware security practices
• Proven ability to mentor and lead security best practices within agile development teams