Location: Dresden, Hybrid
HARDWARE SECURITY ENGINEER
(all genders)
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Who we are
KiviCore is a young, innovative company based in Dresden, specializing in IP cores, FPGA designs, and embedded software solutions in the fields of cryptography and cybersecurity. Our mission: making the digital world safer with modern, tailor-made solutions that combine cutting-edge technologies with deep expert knowledge.
What we are working on
Cryptographic IP cores: We develop state-of-the-art IP cores that form the basis for secure electronic systems.
ASIC and SoC security: We offer consulting and co-design services for hardware and software to optimally protect ASICs and SoCs from attacks.
FPGA security: We support companies in the development of secure FPGA-based systems and integration into software systems, from security architecture to the integration of cryptographic IP cores.

Hardware Security Engineer (all genders)
Location: Dresden, Hybrid
Employment Type: Full-time
About the role
Position and tasks
- Development and implementation of security concepts for ASIC- and FPGA-based systems
- Conducting security analyses and creating threat models
- Design, validation, and optimization of secure hardware architectures
- Contribution in the development of cryptographic modules
- Close collaboration with software developers to ensure holistic security approaches
- Documentation of development and test results
Your profile
Qualifications and skills
- Experience in hardware security and FPGA/ASIC security architectures
- Knowledge of cryptography, side-channel analysis, fault injection, and tamper-resistant design
- Familiarity with cryptographic implementations on FPGA/ASIC
- Practical experience with Verilog, VHDL, HLS, or RTL security techniques
- Sense of responsibility
- Courage to innovate
- Enjoyment of challenges
- Language German and/or English
- Permanent position with a high level of personal responsibility
- Work in an international, friendly and motivated team that will be happy to support you with any questions you may have
- Flat hierarchies, openness to change and appreciation of your ideas
- Fast and uncomplicated application process
What you can expect
Flat hierarchies and empowerment
You can expect flat hierarchies, short decision-making processes, and a wide range of opportunities to contribute your own ideas.
Hybrid working model and flexible working hours
Enjoy flexible working hours that suit your life and your team, and benefit from our hybrid working model.
Exciting international and innovative projects
Join us in shaping innovative and international projects and products that will secure the digital future of tomorrow.