Software Architect

Job Description

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We are hiring for Software Architect role at Noida location.

Responsibility -

Architect, design, and implement scalable HSM components (firmware, middleware, APIs) to meet performance and security goals.

Define and develop APIs for secure integration of IDEMIA HSM functionality into enterprise and cloud applications using protocols such as PKCS#11, OpenSSL, KMIP, JCA/JCE, CAPI/CNG, and proprietary interfaces.

Implement and optimize cryptographic algorithms including AES, RSA, ECC, SHA, HMAC, digital signatures, and key exchange mechanisms.

Lead root-cause analysis and resolution of complex HSM-related issues reported in production environments.

Ensure security compliance with global standards and regulations including FIPS 140-3, PCI DSS, ISO 27001, GDPR, and NIST guidelines.

Perform architectural risk assessments and security reviews to identify and remediate vulnerabilities in the HSM solution.

Support internal and external security audits, providing clear documentation and technical justifications.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (security, DevOps, architecture, QA) to adopt secure coding practices and cryptographic best practices.

Contribute to technical documentation, including design specifications, API references, compliance reports, and operational guides.

Qualifications And Skills -

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

Minimum 10 years of overall experience with at least 5 years of experience in HSM firmware, SDK or secure embedded systems, ideally in a production or industrial environment.

Proficient in multiple programming languages: C, C++, C#, Java, Python; experience with Golang is a strong advantage.

Expertise in cryptographic libraries and protocols: PKCS#11, OpenSSL, JCA/JCE, CAPI/CNG.

Deep understanding of cryptographic algorithms and secure data transmission practices (e.g., TLS/HTTPS, firewalls, secure key exchange).

Experience with Linux and Windows OS, networking protocols (HTTP, WebSockets, TCP/IP), and system-level debugging.

Knowledge of secure software development lifecycles, penetration testing, and threat modeling.

Demonstrated ability to lead technical decision-making, mentor engineers, and align development with long-term architectural vision.

Strong verbal and written communication skills in English; capable of authoring high-quality technical documentation.