Application Security Engineer

Company: Tbwa Chiat/Day Inc
Location: Mountain View
Posted on: May 1, 2025

Job Description:

Meet our vehicle platform engineers!The Applied Vehicle Platform is a flexible suite of products that help vehicle manufacturers develop, deploy, and update complete vehicle software and AI applications. Learn more about what the team is building, the team culture, and why it's one of the most exciting projects at Applied Intuition.About the roleApplied is looking for a multifaceted Product Security Engineer who can play a crucial role in ensuring the security and integrity of our products, particularly focusing on Over-The-Air (OTA) updates, remote command execution, key provisioning, and certificate management. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and maintain security measures that protect our applications and devices from vulnerabilities and unauthorized access.At Applied Intuition, you will:

• Drive the implementation of new security features such as remote command signing, secured Over-The-Air (OTA) updates, key provisioning, and certificate provisioning to bolster the security of our automotive systems.
• Collaborate with development teams to architect and review the implementation of security features in automotive applications and backend systems, ensuring adherence to best practices.
• Assist in triaging vulnerabilities reported by various sources, including internal security assessments, external researchers, and bug bounty programs, to prioritize remediation efforts effectively.
• Conduct thorough assessments of third-party vendors and suppliers to evaluate their security posture and ensure the integrity of software components integrated into our automotive systems.
• Provide guidance and support to cross-functional teams during the development lifecycle, offering expertise in security considerations and best practices.We're looking for someone who has:
  • 5+ years of experience in product or cybersecurity engineering role.
  • Demonstrated experience in product security engineering with a focus on application and backend security, preferably in the automotive industry.
  • Strong architectural review skills with the ability to provide guidance and review development efforts across different teams.
  • Ability to conduct thorough vendor security assessments to ensure the integrity of third-party software components.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills to effectively engage with internal teams and external stakeholders.
  • MS/BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent.Nice to have:
    • Strong understanding of cryptographic principles, protocols, and algorithms.
    • Passion for automotive technology and a commitment to advancing automotive cybersecurity.
    • Knowledge of vehicle diagnostics protocols (e.g., OBD-II, UDS) and Over-The-Air (OTA) update mechanisms used in automotive embedded systems, including security considerations for remote software updates and maintenance.Compensation at Applied Intuition for eligible roles includes base salary, equity, and benefits. Base salary is a single component of the total compensation package, which may also include equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units, comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage, 401k retirement benefits with employer match, learning and wellness stipends, and paid time off. Note that benefits are subject to change and may vary based on jurisdiction of employment.Applied Intuition pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum intended target base salary for new hire salaries for the position. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, interview performance, and the level and scope of the position.Please reference the job posting's subtitle for where this position will be located. For pay transparency purposes, the base salary range for this full-time position in the location listed is: $150,000 - $220,000 USD annually.
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