As a Linux Security Engineer at Critical TechWorks, you play a pivotal role in safeguarding the technologies that propel BMW Group's innovative automotive solutions. You'll be diving deep into the realms of Linux security, ensuring robust protection against tampering and unauthorized access in an environment that's at the forefront of automotive technology.
Linux Security Enhancement: Implement and manage Kernel hardening and access control measures (DAC and MAC) to strengthen system security.
Security Principles Implementation: Apply the latest techniques and operating system features like secure boot, disk encryption, and sandboxing to protect systems integrity.
Problem Analysis and Debugging: Use advanced Linux debugging skills to identify and resolve security vulnerabilities and system issues.
Scripting and Automation: Develop Python and Bash scripts to automate security processes and enhance system resilience.
Threat Modelling: Engage in threat modelling to proactively identify potential security risks and develop mitigation strategies.
Continuous Integration and Delivery: Work with CI/CD tools (e.g., Git, Jenkins, JIRA, Gerrit) to maintain continuous security integration and delivery pipelines.
This is a Rockstar Developer role, our take on the classic Software Developer.
Standing as the brick-and-mortar of Critical TechWorks, it plays a crucial role in designing, developing, building, testing, deploying, and maintaining our product. You can find out more - and check other Development vacancies - at this link.
Hands-on experience in Linux security (e.g. Kernel hardening, access control (DAC and MAC), capabilities, namespaces, IPC).
Good understanding of security principles, latest techniques, and operating system features (e.g. secure boot, disk encryption, integrity protection, sandboxing).
Linux debugging and problem analysis skills.
Experience with C and C++ programming language is a plus.
Experience with Python and Bash scripting.
Knowledge of Android OS security, Yocto and BitBake is a plus.
Understanding of basic principles of threat modelling.
Experience with Continuous Integration and Delivery tools (e.g. Git, Gerrit, Jenkins, Zuul, JIRA).
Apart from strong technical skills, our fast-paced, fully agile environment values autonomy, teamwork, interaction, and resilience. Therefore, our Platform Product Visionaries should:
Embrace agile practices, especially Scrum, leveraging its events to foster a high-performing team.
Be cross-functional, developing new skills to enable a team that owns the entire product lifecycle.
Apply standard engineering practices using tools like version control, IDEs, and dashboards for organized development.
Adopt DevOps best practices, including Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines for building, testing, and deploying reliable software.
Operate software post-deployment, including outside working hours if needed (extra compensation applies).
Travel abroad occasionally to support all phases of product development.
Have excellent English oral and written skills. German communication skills will be a plus.
We value diversity and encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences. For this position, candidates must already have the legal right to work in Portugal at the time of application.
Critical TechWorks seeks a distinct and treasured corporate culture, that is very much our own. This means:
Growth and Innovation: Be a key player in shaping the future of mobility through innovative ideas.
Engineering Excellence: Immerse yourself in an environment valuing engineering process, where we create, innovate, lead, and make a tangible impact.
Autonomy and Collaboration: Thrive in a culture that blends autonomy with teamwork, contributing to groundbreaking developments.
Continuous Learning: Embrace constant skill enhancement in a dynamic workplace, where your contributions impact cutting-edge technology projects.
Join Critical TechWorks on our journey of innovation, excellence, and redefining the future of motion, one product at a time.
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Notice: Apply to only one job; our Talent Team will analyze your profile and consider you for all relevant positions.
At Critical Techworks we are creating an inclusive culture that values our people’s different viewpoints and experiences, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, age, color, ethnicity, religion, or disability.
Our recruitment process is flexible and accessible to ensure fairness. If you need any adjustments to showcase your skills, let us know during your application. We’ll support you with care and confidentiality.
As part of our recruitment process, we may use AI-supported tools to assist in screening and organizing applications. These tools support our recruiters in structuring information, but do not make hiring decisions independently. All recruitment decisions are made by qualified human recruiters with full oversight.
