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Staff Software Engineer - Vehicle & Hardware Security

Pronto · San Francisco, CA · On-site

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About Pronto

Comodidad, rapidez y seguridad en cada trayecto. Descarga Pronto, la app 100% mexicana de viajes, y muévete por tu ciudad en minutos. Backed by Y Combinator.

About the role

As a Staff Software Engineer focused on Vehicle & Hardware Security, you’ll own the security of the systems that make our vehicles operate safely, from in-vehicle networks and ECU firmware to secure boot and over-the-air updates. You’ll serve as the senior security partner to our vehicle engineering teams while helping set the technical direction and operating cadence for the broader security team. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • 7+ years of experience in security engineering, including at least 3 years working in automotive, embedded systems, or industrial IoT security
  • Hands-on experience with automotive communication protocols including CAN/CAN-FD and UDS
  • Experience with automotive security testing tools such as SocketCAN, CANoe, Kayak, or equivalent tooling
  • Production experience securing OTA firmware or software update systems
  • Experience with secure boot, code signing, firmware integrity, and rollback protection
  • Working knowledge of ISO/SAE 21434 and how automotive cybersecurity requirements integrate into the software and hardware development lifecycle
More about this role

Pronto AI is a global leader in commercializing autonomous vehicle (AV) technology, deploying Autonomous Haulage Systems (AHS) that automate operations in mines, quarries, and construction sites worldwide. While much of the industry remains in R&D, we deliver real, production-ready autonomy that is already operating in the field.

We are on a mission to make mining operations safer, smarter, and more efficient through cutting-edge technology, and we are building toward becoming the world’s first profitable AV technology company.

As a Staff Software Engineer focused on Vehicle & Hardware Security, you’ll own the security of the systems that make our vehicles operate safely, from in-vehicle networks and ECU firmware to secure boot and over-the-air updates. You’ll serve as the senior security partner to our vehicle engineering teams while helping set the technical direction and operating cadence for the broader security team.

  • Threat model and secure automotive Ethernet, CAN, and CAN-FD networks against message injection, spoofing, replay, and other vehicle-network attacks.
  • Design and review ECU security controls including secure boot, firmware code signing, and anti-rollback...

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