Systems Security Architect, Silicon

9 Hours ago • 3-5 Years • Cyber Security • $132,000 PA - $189,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Systems Security Architect, you will design secure, scalable hardware/software systems for Google's next-generation devices and services. You'll apply system design, security principles, and hardware/software architecture knowledge to define and implement security features, protecting users and data at scale. Responsibilities include designing secure system components, creating technical documentation, defining security strategies, tracking KPIs, performing security analysis and threat modeling, and collaborating cross-functionally. You'll be part of a team developing custom silicon solutions for Google's direct-to-consumer products, shaping the next generation of hardware experiences.
Must have:
  • Bachelor's degree in relevant field
  • 3+ years experience in systems/security engineering
  • Low-level software development (C/C++/Rust)
  • System design and security principles application
  • Design and architect secure system components
  • Create technical documentation
Good to have:
  • Master's degree
  • SoC architecture experience
  • Embedded systems or hardware security knowledge
  • Security analysis, threat modeling, risk assessment
  • Understanding of security principles in device authentication, DRM, or ML security
Perks:
  • Bonus
  • Equity
  • Benefits

Job Details


Minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 3 years of experience in systems engineering, security engineering, hardware/software integration, SoC architecture, or a related role.
  • low-level software development experience (e.g., C/C++/Rust); and experience with software design principles and patterns.
  • Experience applying system design and security principles to hardware/software systems.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering.
  • 5 years of experience in systems engineering, security engineering, hardware/software integration, SoC architecture, or a related role.
  • Experience with SoC (System on Chip) architecture and applying it to software design and security.
  • Experience with embedded systems or hardware security concepts (secure boot, TEEs, roots of trust).
  • Experience with security analysis, threat modeling, or risk assessment.
  • Understanding of security principles in use cases like device authentication, DRM, or ML security.

About the job

Be part of a team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions that power the future of Google's direct-to-consumer products. You'll contribute to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide. Your expertise will shape the next generation of hardware experiences, delivering unparalleled performance, efficiency, and integration.

As a Systems Security Architect, you will design secure, scalable hardware/software systems for Google's next-generation devices and services. Working at the intersection of hardware and software, you'll apply system design, security principles, and hardware/software architecture knowledge to define and implement security features, protecting users and data at scale within complex ecosystems.

Google's mission is to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful. Our team combines the best of Google AI, Software, and Hardware to create radically helpful experiences. We research, design, and develop new technologies and hardware to make computing faster, seamless, and more powerful. We aim to make people's lives better through technology.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $132,000-$189,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about .

Responsibilities

  • Design and architect secure system components for Google devices and services, defining hardware/software interfaces and interactions. Create clear technical documentation for architectures and implementations.
  • Define strategy for partitioning security use cases across hardware resources and collaborate on implementing innovative hardware/software security solutions.
  • Define, track, and optimize system-level security and performance Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
  • Perform security analysis and threat modeling for system designs, derive corresponding security requirements, and design effective mitigations.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally (Hardware, Software, Product) to define, implement, test, and maintain system security architecture.

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