Software Design Engineer - Hardware Security

Who is Blueprint? 

What does Blueprint do? 

Blueprint helps organizations unlock value from existing assets by leveraging cutting-edge technology to create additional revenue streams and new lines of business. We connect strategy, business solutions, products, and services to transform and grow companies. 

Why Blueprint? 

At Blueprint, we believe in the power of possibility and are passionate about bringing it to life. Whether you join our bustling product division, our multifaceted services team or you want to grow your career in human resources, your ability to make an impact is amplified when you join one of our teams. You’ll focus on solving unique business problems while gaining hands-on experience with the world’s best technology. We believe in unique perspectives and build teams of people with diverse skillsets and backgrounds. At Blueprint, you’ll have the opportunity to work with multiple clients and teams, such as data science and product development, all while learning, growing, and developing new solutions. We guarantee you won’t find a better place to work and thrive than at Blueprint. 

In This Role

In this role, you will contribute to the design and development of next-generation security features for Windows-based laptop devices. You will work close to the hardware–software boundary, focusing on platform security technologies such as secure boot, trusted platform components, firmware, and cryptographic systems. The work directly impacts device trust, system integrity, and protection against sophisticated security threats across modern client devices.

Responsibilities

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  Design, develop, and enhance sophisticated system-level software related to device and platform security

  
  


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  Contribute to next-generation hardware security features, including secure boot chains, trusted execution, and platform trust mechanisms

  
  


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  Develop and maintain low-level Windows software, including firmware-adjacent components and drivers

  
  


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  Implement and optimize encryption and decryption solutions used in secure device operations

  
  


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  Analyze system requirements and translate security specifications into reliable software implementations

  
  


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  Review and assess enhancement requests, security specifications, and design proposals

  
  


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  Prepare detailed technical documentation, software specifications, and test plans

  
  


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  Write high-quality, performant code and develop test data to validate functionality and security guarantees

  
  


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  Modify and refactor existing systems to meet evolving security standards and platform requirements

  
  


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  Perform in-depth unit testing, debugging, and troubleshooting across new and legacy systems

  
  


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  Support system integration, migration, validation, and post-implementation verification

  
  


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  Participate in quality assurance reviews and resolve issues discovered during testing cycles

  
  

Qualifications

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  Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field

  
  


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  5–7 years of professional software engineering experience

  
  


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  Strong foundation in computer science fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, and software design

  
  


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  5+ years of experience in hardware and platform security concepts, such as trusted platform components, secure boot, and device trust

  
  


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  5+ years of hands-on experience developing encryption and decryption software

  
  


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  5+ years of experience working with low-level Windows technologies, including firmware, boot processes, and drivers

  
  


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  Experience designing and developing large-scale or system-level software

  
  


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  Proven ability to perform deep troubleshooting, debugging, and unit testing in production environments

  
  


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  Strong problem-solving skills with experience diagnosing and resolving complex technical issues

  
  

Preferred Qualifications

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  Prior experience specifically focused on hardware-rooted security or device platform security

  
  


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  Deep familiarity with firmware-level development and hardware-software interaction

  
  


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  Experience working on trusted boot chains, security processors, or similar trusted execution environments

  
  


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  Background in secure system architecture or threat modeling for low-level systems

  
  


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  Experience contributing to security-critical software used at scale

  
  

Salary Range 

Pay ranges vary based on multiple factors including, without limitation, skill sets, education, responsibilities, experience, and geographical market. The pay range for this position reflects geographic based ranges for Washington state: $105,000- $115,000 USD annually. The salary/wage and job title for this opening will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience and may be outside this range. 

Equal Opportunity Employer 

Blueprint Technologies, LLC is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, orientation, veteran/military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital, or familial status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other status protected by law. 

If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please reach out to: [email protected] 

Blueprint believe in the importance of a healthy and happy team, which is why our comprehensive benefits package includes: 

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage 


• Flexible Spending Account 


• 401k program 


• Competitive PTO offerings 


• Parental Leave 


• Opportunities for professional growth and development 

Location: Hybrid, 3-4 days per week in Redmond, WA