Senior Software Developer (C/Python Embedded)

Entrust, Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

At Entrust, we’re shaping the future of identity‑centric security solutions. From our comprehensive portfolio of solutions to our flexible, global workplace, we empower careers, foster collaboration, and build solutions that help keep the world moving safely.

About the Position

You will join a team working on the firmware of our next‑generation cryptographic Hardware Security Modules. Work ranges from SELinux system tuning to chip‑set level drivers, Python scripts and C tools, tools to install, interact with, and control embedded boards, secure upgrade and secure boot. The SELinux applications involve many large interacting processes and containers. The HSM hardware is a secured, embedded board which provides a multi‑core fast processor, FPGA accelerator, 8GB+ RAM, and large SSD.

Responsibilities

• Play a significant role in the team designing, prototyping, coding, and testing of our full system, from inception to delivery.

Required Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent, in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Maths or relevant discipline.
• Development & design in both C and Python on Linux, in an embedded environment.
• Experienced with complex, multi‑component projects, using multiple development languages.
• Able to solve complex technical problems with demanding requirements, in innovative, practical ways.

Bonus Qualifications

• Secure‑boot technologies and digital signatures.
• Device drivers & hardware protocols.
• FPGAs and/or VHDL coding
• Open‑source software development – as licensee, or as contributor.
• A broad interest in cryptography and/or computer security techniques.
• Agile and/or Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe).

We believe in securing identities—but it doesn’t stop there. At Entrust, we’re passionate about valuing all identities. Our culture is built on diversity, inclusion, and respect.

Benefits

• Career Growth: Whether you’re a budding developer or a seasoned expert, we’re invested in your professional journey.
• Flexibility: Life is all about balance. Whether you’re remote, hybrid, or on‑site, we offer flexible options that fit your lifestyle.
• Collaboration: Your voice matters. Our teams thrive on sharing ideas, brainstorming solutions, and working together.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you’re excited by the prospect of innovating, growing your career, and collaborating in a dynamic environment, Entrust is the place for you. Join us in making a difference. Let’s build a more secure world—together.

Apply Today!