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Embedded Security Engineer

Skildai Careers
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San Mateo Posted 12 weeks ago

Role Overview

Skildai Careers is hiring a mid-level Embedded Security Engineer. This is a full-time role in San Mateo. Part of Skildai Careers's Embedded hiring. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Mid-level Embedded roles is $100k-$145k (based on 10 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.

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Company Overview

At Skild AI, we are building the world's first general purpose robotic intelligence that is robust and adapts to unseen scenarios without failing. We believe massive scale through data-driven machine learning is the key to unlocking these capabilities for the widespread deployment of robots within society. Our team consists of individuals with varying levels of experience and backgrounds, from new graduates to domain experts. Relevant industry experience is important, but ultimately less so than your demonstrated abilities and attitude. We are looking for passionate individuals who are eager to explore uncharted waters and contribute to our innovative projects.

 

Position Overview

We are seeking a proficient Embedded Security Engineer to join our team and contribute to the protection of our models deployed on robotic hardware. You will be responsible for conducting comprehensive threat modeling and security assessments, as well as supporting our engineering teams in adhering to established security standards and requirements. This role involves both software engineering techniques and deep learning methods to encode/encrypt trained models. A blend of technical acumen and collaborative skills is essential, as you will develop solutions to identified risks, write test cases for security controls, and actively participate in offensive security assessments.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct detailed threat modeling and security assessments of critical assets.
  • Regularly update threat models to reflect evolving threats and changes in the business environment.
  • Identify and explore vulnerabilities in critical software components used across our environment.
  • Create and implement technical solutions to mitigate identified risks, and maintain test cases to ensure the effectiveness and resilience of the solutions.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure compliance with defined security standards and requirements.
  • Provide support in the implementation of security measures.
  • Lead penetration tests and red team exercises.

Preferred Qualifications

  • BS, MS or higher degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Engineering or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Proficiency developing higher-level languages (e.g., PHP, Python, C++, or Java).
  • Experience with deep learning software, frameworks, and APIs (e.g., PyTorch, etc.).
  • Experience with enterprise security.
  • Proven experience in threat modeling, security assessments, and penetration testing.
  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, frameworks, and standards.
  • Understanding and experience with securing transfer and storage of deep neural network models.

 

Base Salary Range
$100,000$300,000 USD

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Embedded Security Engineer position at Skildai Careers?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Skildai Careers. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Where is the Embedded Security Engineer position at Skildai Careers located?

This position is based in San Mateo. Skildai Careers has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Embedded Security Engineer at Skildai Careers earn?

Skildai Careers has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Embedded Security Engineer role at Skildai Careers posted?

This role was posted on April 15, 2026 (86 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

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