Do you want to boost the future towards a safe, secure and sustainable world?

At DEKRA we deal with future topics in every field of work: from vehicle inspection to cyber security, from product testing to clean energies or from automated driving to artificial intelligence. We anticipate technical developments early on and drive industry transformation as thought leaders. For the exciting tasks that lie ahead we are looking for skilled and passionate people who want to grow and achieve their best in a global team. Enthusiasts wanting to do meaningful work and to make a contribution as a trusted partner for our clients and for society. People like you. 
 

A Day in the Life and the Impact You’ll Make:

As an Engineer - Automotive Cybersecurity, you will work at the intersection of engineering, compliance, and customer solution delivery, supporting automotive OEMs and suppliers in implementing global safety and cybersecurity standards such as:

• ISO 21434 (Cybersecurity Engineering)
• ISO 26262 (Functional Safety)
• UN R155 / R156
• GB 44495
• AI system safety & security in automotive scenarios

You will act as a technical bridge between customer engineering teams and DEKRA testing & certification experts, supporting both pre-sales technical engagement and solution execution.

What You’ll Do:

• Drive the development, expansion, implementation, and delivery of automotive safety services, covering cybersecurity, functional safety, and data protection.
• Assist clients with full-lifecycle cybersecurity development, including TARA (Threat Analysis and Risk Assessment), cybersecurity concept design, solution design, and architecture design.
• Execute product cybersecurity assessments and audits in accordance with ISO 21434 and other relevant audit specifications.
• Prepare professional English audit reports and provide clear assessment conclusions.
• Act as a technical bridge during the pre-sales phase and provide necessary technical support for the team's business development efforts.
• Maintain excellent communication with clients to deliver high-quality, professional services.
• Collaborate effectively with internal quality and certification departments to ensure smooth project execution.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Solid working experience as a Middle-level engineer in automotive cybersecurity, functional safety (ISO 26262), SOTIF (ISO 21448), or AI safety (ISO/PAS 8800).
• Deep understanding of relevant regulations and standards, including UN R155, ISO 21434, and GB 44495.
• Familiarity with automotive cybersecurity attack and defense strategies, mainstream intelligent connected vehicle protection measures, and applied cryptography.
• Hands-on security design experience covering V2X, in-vehicle systems, internal communication, and external communication.
• Strong organizational, communication, and coordination skills with a high sense of responsibility and attention to detail.
• Good English reading and writing skills.

Nice to Have

• Professional qualifications and certifications such as CISP or CISSP.
• Working experience related to ASPICE.

What You’ll Receive for the Value You Bring:

• A culture of trust, collaboration, and continuous learning
• A secure, future-oriented employer committed to your personal and professional growth

At DEKRA we value your unique experiences, 
perspectives, and backgrounds. We are committed to an inclusive workplace for all team members.