Firmware cybersecurity. Backed by Y Combinator.
About the role
We’re looking for founding engineers to drive our product development from the ground floor. You won’t just optimize existing software, you’ll own new features/products to improve and expand our firmware analysis platform.
What they're looking for
- You are proficient in Rust, C, or C++, and have meaningful experience (personal or professional) in embedded or systems software development
- You are skilled in one or more of the following: Software Engineering, Security Engineering, Vulnerability Research, Machine Learning, LLMs, and Computer Architecture
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related discipline OR 3+ years of professional software engineering experience
- Solid understanding of computer architecture, operating systems, kernels, drivers, networking protocols, and mathematics
- Experience embedded security, reverse engineering, and tools such as Ghidra, Binary Ninja, or IDA Pro
- Knowledge of emulator frameworks like QEMU, including Tiny Code Generator (TCG)
More about this role
Metalware helps protect cyber-physical systems in critical industries. We develop advanced firmware analysis and security solutions for industries where failure isn’t an option.
We are privileged to work on the most cutting-edge (and sometimes secretive) projects across aerospace, defense, automotive, industrials, energy, telecom, healthcare, and more.
AI is making it easier to ship code; Metalware is making it easier to ship secure code.
We’re looking for founding engineers to drive our product development from the ground floor. You won’t just optimize existing software, you’ll own new features/products to improve and expand our firmware analysis platform.
As a Founding Engineer, you are self-driven, curious, and a quick learner. You have strong problem-solving skills, a positive attitude, and an ownership mentality. You can also wear multiple hats—software, security, DevOps, AI, UI/UX, etc. You may naturally align with one or two of these most of the time, but you can roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty to deliver whatever is necessary to help our customers.
- You want to work side-by-side with the founders and early team to shape product direction and technical...
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