About us

ARX is a dual-use technology company that specializes in developing autonomous unmanned systems and sensors for the European defence sector. Our dual-use unmanned ground systems and sensors assist NATO Armies and civilian first responders in tackling their most challenging problems by providing them with training and information to make better decisions and take effective actions in life-or-death situations.

As our team continues to expand rapidly, we are seeking motivated candidates who are excited to work in a highly energetic, creative, and innovative team dedicated to developing autonomous systems for challenging environments. We operate in a dynamic sector where collaboration, sharing innovative ideas, and developing novel problem-solving strategies are ingrained in our work culture.

If you are passionate about overcoming challenges that have areal impact on the security of our democracies, apply here to join ARX and help shape the future of dual-use technology!

Your tasks

The Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Cyber Security Engineer to lead the development of our cybersecurity strategy and roadmap for autonomous technologies. This critical role will be pivotal in shaping the security architecture and controls for our next-generation autonomous systems. Key Responsibilities:

• Define and develop the cybersecurity strategy and roadmap for autonomous systems, aligning with company objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Act as the primary security lead for autonomy initiatives, collaborating closely with engineering, software and safety teams.
• Establish security by design principles throughout the product lifecycle – from concept, architecture, and design through to deployment and maintenance.
• Work alongside cross-functional teams to perform risk assessments, threat modelling, and security testing (e.g., penetration testing, vulnerability scanning).
• Develop and maintain secure coding practices, secure communication protocols, and over-the-air update mechanisms for autonomous platforms.
• Stay up to date with evolving threats, technologies, and regulatory standards
• Engage with external partners, suppliers, and regulators to ensure end to end cybersecurity compliance across the autonomy ecosystem.

Your Profile

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise from the automotive, mobility, or related high integrity industries, with a proven track record of delivering cybersecurity frameworks for autonomous, safety critical platforms.

• 7+ years of experience in cybersecurity roles.
• Prior experience in the automotive, aerospace, defence OR robotics, within autonomy programs.
• Strong understanding of embedded system security, including real-time operating systems (RTOS), CAN/Ethernet protocols, and hardware security modules (HSMs).
• Demonstrated experience in developing or implementing cybersecurity frameworks such as ISO/SAE 21434, ISO 26262, or similar.
• Deep knowledge of threat modelling methodologies, such as STRIDE or DREAD.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to influence technical and strategic decisions at the executive level.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• A shaping role in an emerging dual use company
• Opportunity to work with a highly innovative, international, and dynamic team
• Room for professional growth and development
• Participation in the company's success, with access to regular events, knowledge exchange and meetups

In addition to a competitive salary package, we offer the opportunity to participate in the company's success. ARX is an equal-opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.