Cybersecurity Software Engineer (New Grad, December 2027)

• Applied is looking for a new grad Cybersecurity Engineer who is passionate about building security into vehicle platforms from the ground up. You’ll join our security team to help strengthen our vehicle platform’s security architecture across multiple platforms, with support and mentorship from senior engineers as you grow into the role
• Contribute to security assessments for existing and new products
• Support the design and implementation of secure boot processes for embedded devices, helping ensure the integrity and authenticity of firmware and software during boot-up
• Partner with hardware engineers to integrate HSM solutions into embedded systems, learning how to build robust encryption, key management, and secure cryptographic operations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across software, hardware, QA, and product to help integrate security throughout the product development lifecycle

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Applied covers 100% of the cost and offers medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Fitness Stipend: Our wellness program supports your health and fitness goals. We pay for your trainers, gym memberships, massages, and more!
• 401(k) Match: 50% employer matching to help you save money for retirement
• Learning Stipend: We invest in your learning and growth by reimbursing you for educational and training expenses
• Parental leave: 12-week, fully paid parental leave to bond with a newborn child or new adopted or foster child
• Catered lunch, expensed dinner, on-site meals and snacks- Coursework, internship, research, or project experience in cybersecurity, embedded systems, or a related area
• Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in embedded systems development (e.g., C, C++, Python)
• Strong curiosity about cybersecurity and eagerness to develop expertise in secure boot, HSM integration, and BSP work
• BS/MS degree (completed or in progress) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, graduating December 2026
• Exposure to security frameworks or compliance standards through coursework or projects (e.g., FIPS 140-2, Common Criteria) is a plus
• Foundational understanding of cryptographic principles, protocols, and algorithms
• Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway
• Internship, research, or project experience with automotive embedded systems, ECUs, in-vehicle networks (CAN, LIN, Ethernet), or automotive protocols like AUTOSAR
• Exposure to automotive security standards such as ISO/SAE 21434 or UNECE WP.29
• Familiarity with vehicle diagnostics protocols (OBD-II, UDS) or OTA update mechanisms
• CTF participation, security research, or personal projects in embedded or IoT security