Hardware Security Expert - SoC Security / Semiconductors We are partnered with an innovative and fast-growing processor IP company. The team is looking to hire a Hardware Security Expert to own the architecture and design of the hardware Root of Trust, define SoC security requirements, and lead vulnerability management across pre-silicon and fielded products.
This is a permanent, onsite opportunity based in Barcelona, Spain.
Key responsibilities for this Hardware Security Expert position: Define and lead the hardware security strategy and roadmap in collaboration with the security and certification team.
Own the hardware Root of Trust architecture and define SoC security requirements spanning secure boot, cryptographic IP, key storage, and provisioning.
Lead triage, analysis, and mitigation of hardware vulnerabilities across pre-silicon and fielded products.
Translate high-level security requirements into concrete RTL-level architectures and microarchitectural mitigations.
Oversee hardware product compliance with public and private security regulations.
Stay current with the latest developments in silicon security, privilege boundaries, and trust architectures.
Key requirements:



Master's or PhD in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
5+ years of SoC or processor design and microarchitecture experience.
Deep hands-on proficiency in SystemVerilog or Verilog with full-lifecycle RTL ownership.
Strong understanding of SoC security models
Knowledge of RISC-V privileged architecture and security extensions.
Practical experience in hardware vulnerability research
Proficiency in C and working knowledge of assembly.
Familiarity with fault injection, side-channel analysis, or PQC a plus.
Keywords: Hardware Security Expert / Hardware Security Architect / Root of Trust / SoC Security / RTL / SystemVerilog / Verilog / Secure Boot / Cryptographic IP / RISC-V / Vulnerability Management / Fault Injection / Side-Channel Analysis / Post-Quantum Cryptography / PQC / Confidential Computing / Trusted Execution / Barcelona / Spain / Onsite / Permanent
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📌 Hardware Security Expert - Soc Security / Semiconductors (Barcelona)
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