R&D Principal Engineer Cybersecurity

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world. This position reports to: R&D Department Lead Your role and responsibilities Do you want to shape the future of secure industrial products? At ABB, cybersecurity is at the core of our product development, and we are now looking for an experienced R&D Principal Engineer who wants to take a leading role in ensuring that our solutions meet both today’s and tomorrow’s security requirements. In this role, you will be a key contributor working closely with our development teams and global cybersecurity organization to integrate security throughout the entire development lifecycle – from architecture and design to implementation and compliance. You will act as the bridge between external requirements, standards, and technical solutions. Your main responsibilities Act as an advisor to development teams in cybersecurity, ensuring that security requirements are understood, prioritized, and implemented in product development Design and establish security architecture and security controls for new and existing products Lead and conduct security assessments such as threat modeling, including mitigation implementation and verification, attack surface analysis, and criticality assessments Work with compliance by developing well-founded arguments against standard requirements (particularly IEC 62443), including gap analyses and improvement proposals Collaborate closely with software developers, system engineers, and other cybersecurity specialists in agile development teams Translate external requirements, standards, and regulatory changes (e.g., Cyber Resilience Act) into concrete technical guidelines Contribute to strengthening secure development capabilities through knowledge sharing, workshops, and coaching

Your background Several years of experience in product development, preferably as a software or embedded developer with a focus on cybersecurity Strong expertise in application security, network security, encryption, secure boot and access management Experience in security architecture and working with security in industrial systems or embedded environments Good knowledge of relevant standards, especially IEC 62443 (knowledge of NIST, ISO 27001, or the Cyber Resilience Act is considered a merit) Programming skills in languages such as C, C++, C#, Python, Rust, or similar Experience working closely with development teams and translating complex security requirements into practical solutions Excellent communication skills in English.

We are looking for someone who is pedagogical, proactive, and thrives in a role where you combine technical expertise with collaboration, influence and hands-on work. You stay up to date with cybersecurity and have the ability to translate new requirements and emerging threats into concrete improvements in our products. We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger. We look forward to reading your application in PDF format. Please note that the interview process is ongoing, apply now to secure your spot in the recruitment process! Please note that to be eligible for employment at ABB Sweden, you will need to pass our pre-employment screening steps. This includes a reference check, a drug test, and could also include an extended background check. We kindly decline direct contact with staffing and recruitment agencies as well as sellers of additional job advertisements. Join us. Be part of the team where progress happens, industries transform, and your work shapes the world. Run What Runs the World. Recruiting Manager Åsa Unnebäck, +46 70 356 18 00 will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Katarina Myrehed, +4672 522 01 08; Ledarna: Leif Öhrberg, +4672 464 40 16; Unionen: Krista Andersson, +4670 644 02 85. Talent Partner Sara Vestin, +4672 464468 Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences. Ready to make an impact? Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.