This is a deeply technical leadership role responsible for defining and driving product and platform security strategy across hardware, firmware, software, and manufacturing systems. The Lead Security Engineer will build and lead a team that partners with hardware engineers, firmware developers, backend engineers, DevOps, product managers, and leadership to embed security into every stage of the product lifecycle. The role involves threat modeling, security architecture reviews, vulnerability management, incident response, and representing security in technical and product planning.

Responsibilities

Define and drive product and platform security strategy across hardware, firmware, software, and manufacturing systems.
Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing product and platform security team.
Partner with engineering teams throughout the product lifecycle to embed security into architecture, design, implementation, testing, and release.
Lead threat modeling, security architecture reviews, and risk assessments for new products and major platform initiatives.
Establish security requirements, secure-by-design practices, and engineering standards across the organization.
Drive vulnerability management, security testing, and coordinated remediation efforts.
Support incident response, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement of security posture.
Represent security in technical and product planning, balancing risk with engineering velocity and business objectives.

Requirements

Proven experience designing and implementing security controls across both software and hardware environments.
Strong background in conducting security design reviews and architecture assessments for complex systems.
Hands-on experience with Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) practices. Experience establishing or implementing SSDLC frameworks from the ground up is highly desirable.
Solid understanding of industry security standards and frameworks, including NIST, ISO, and OWASP.
Deep technical security expertise with broad knowledge of application, system, and product security principles.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience).
Demonstrated experience leading and mentoring engineering or security teams. Candidates with team leadership experience who are interested in pursuing an architecture-focused career path are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Paid Time Off: the Employee is entitled to an annual holiday 4 + 1 weeks
Lunch Benefit: daily lunch allowance up to the tax‑free limit as a fringe benefit.
Sport & Culture: annual budget for gyms, sports activities, cultural events, and hobbies.
Wellbeing Allowance: additional allowance for massage, mental health services, and other wellness support.
Extended Occupational Healthcare: enhanced coverage including GP, specialists, mental health, and partial dental care.
Accident Insurance (24/7): full coverage for accidents during both work and free time.
Business Travel Insurance: coverage for work‑related travel.
Snacks & Office Comforts: coffee, snacks, fruits, and other office perks.
Flexible Working Hours: core hours from 10:00 to 15:00.
No‑Crunch Policy: no systematic overtime; overtime is compensated or reimbursed.
Meeting‑Light Culture: protected focus time and minimal unnecessary meetings.
High‑End Equipment: premium laptop, monitor, and peripherals.
Lab & Gadget Budget: annual budget for hardware, tools, books, and learning materials.
Hackathons & Offsites: regular internal events focused on innovation and technology.
Business Travel Expenses: full coverage of tickets, accommodation, and transportation.
Per Diem (Vero Max): daily allowances according to the maximum tax‑free Vero rates.
Low‑hierarchy, engineering‑driven environment with strong autonomy and zero micromanagement.