The posting
For our teams in Brno, Rožnov p.R., Zlín and Ostrava we are looking for the Security Software Test Engineering – Student Intern.
NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) enables secure connections for a smarter world, advancing solutions that make lives easier, better, and safer. As the world leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, NXP is driving innovation in the automotive, industrial & IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets. Built on more than 60 years of combined experience and expertise, the company has approximately 32k employees in more than 30 countries and posted revenue of $12.27 billion in 2025.
💡We may have a fantastic OPPORTUNITY for you:
See your knowledge come to life in next generation vehicles, smart homes and cities, future industry facilities and communications.
If you're interested in embedded software development, security software, automotive functional safety, applications development and more - you're THE ONE we may meet in our R&D Centers in Brno or Roznov.
🚀 Ready to join the future of innovation in our team at NXP?
The Security team develops software tools that help customers use the security and secure provisioning features of NXP microcontrollers and microprocessors. These include the SEC Tool, a GUI-based application that makes it easy for embedded developers to add security to their projects (for example, encryption, secure boot image preparation, and secure software updates), and the Secure Provisioning SDK (SPSDK), an open-source set of APIs for automating more advanced secure provisioning flows, such as those used on production lines.
We work closely with the ROM teams (who provide the built-in boot code of our devices), the EdgeLock 2GO team (who provide online provisioning services), hardware teams, and others to deliver features that meet complex requirements.
Our validation team tests and validates the delivered functionality, with a strong focus on continuous integration and automated workflows. We actively use modern GenAI tools both to develop tests and to run the validation workflow itself.
🔍 Responsibilities – What You’ll Do
- Contribute to the development of innovative and high‑quality software products that support our long‑term vision.
- Take part in shaping clear requirement specifications design and architecture of Security SW tools and their development and testing process.
- Collaborate effectively across teams to plan, design, and deliver software solutions that address customer needs and improve product performance.
- Create and maintain automated tests and test frameworks in Python
- Work closely with field and system engineers, software designers and developers.
- Maintain and develop new tests on high end state-of-the-art microcontroller / microprocessor solutions
- Leverage the potential of AI-assisted workflows across your daily work.
💻 Technical Knowledge – What You Bring
To thrive in this role, you should bring:
- A general understanding of embedded systems and microcontroller architecture, including software security fundamentals.
- Python/C or other language scripting/programming practical experiences and enthusiasm for working close to hardware.
- Analytical mindset and reliable debugging skills for embedded targets and low‑level software.
- Familiarity with standard software development workflows, processes, and best practices.
- Working knowledge of GIT or other version control tools.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and spoken.
It’s a plus if you also have experience with:
- Experience with HW secure models, cryptography and cybersecurity
- Experience with test automation and DevOps
- Platform independent applications development.
- ROM code or bootloader development.
- Automotive development standards such as ASPICE or ISO 26262.
- Working with low‑level drivers for ARM‑based microcontrollers.
- Developing or testing embedded software for microcontrollers.
- Real‑time operating systems in embedded environments.
🧩 Personal Skills – Who You Are
We’re looking for personalities who combine solid technical foundations with a proactive, ownership‑driven mindset. At this level, you have an opportunity to bring your theoretical and practical experiences into real life business-based environment. You’ll also have the freedom to gradually take on more responsibility, work closely with others, and keep building your expertise with the support of experienced colleagues and mentors.
We value people who demonstrate:
- Strong analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills, especially when working with complex or low‑level systems.
- A structured and reliable work style, with the ability to plan tasks, manage priorities, and deliver on commitments.
- Clear and open communication, enabling effective collaboration with architects, senior engineers, and cross‑functional teams.
- A proactive and curious attitude, always looking for ways to improve solutions, processes, or product quality.
- Ownership and accountability, taking initiative and driving tasks to completion—even when challenges appear along the way.
- Team spirit, including a willingness to share knowledge, ask questions when needed, and contribute to a positive engineering culture.
🎯 What Can You Expect?
📝 Contract Type This role is offered as a part-time student position.
📚 Development Opportunities We believe that growing our people is key to growing our business. That’s why we offer a mix of online and offline learning opportunities to help you sharpen both your technical and soft skills.
We believe in providing a holistic and supportive work environment, and we would be happy to share more details during our face-to-face discussions.
🏢 Our Offices We work in two site locations + 2 other office locations – each with its own vibe:
- Brno: A modern office with a fresh design, cozy rooms, and an in-house cafeteria.
- Rožnov: A place with history and heart. A modern office with fresh design, and an in-house cafeteria. We love the relaxed atmosphere of the town and the wide selection of great restaurants, perfect for enjoying lunch with colleagues.
- Offices are available in UTB Zlín and TU Ostrava universities premises.
🚀 Hiring Process Applying is quick and easy – just fill out the online form and upload your CV. If your profile matches, you’ll have a short phone or video call with our technical team. Possible interviews will be arranged. If successful, you’ll get a chance to ask HR anything you need. We respond fast — unless we’re on vacation 😊.
🌟 And More... Life at NXP Work is important, but so is everything around it. We start our days with free coffee and friendly chats. You can look forward to fresh fruit days, ice cream breaks, and even bake fairs. We also organize social events like Christmas parties, family days, and food festivals. Want to give back? Join our charity initiatives and help us make a difference.
What’s next
Candidates are invited to apply on our career page with the resume (and optional motivation letter) in English for one or several open jobs at the same time.
The candidate may submit the CV for more than 1 open position.
At the application stage, all candidates should have a valid visa and work permit to work in Czech Republic.
If you’re excited about this opportunity, we kindly invite you to apply!
Please note: The successful candidate may/will be responsible for security related tasks. The assignment may/will be in scope of security certifications, therefore a conscious and reliable way of working is necessary.
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