Senior Technical Specialist
India
Job Description
Senior Technical Specialist
| Hyderabad, TelanganaChennai, Tamil Nadu

Job Summary

As Specialist, you will be the technical cornerstone of the development team. You will guide the project's execution, serve as the primary technical point of contact for the customer's architect, and be a hands-on contributor to the most critical parts of the Hardening Engine. This role requires a blend of technical leadership, deep security expertise, and strong communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

    • Lead the development team, providing technical guidance, code reviews, and mentorship.
    • Serve as the main technical liaison with the customer's architect, collaborating on design decisions and providing regular updates.
    • Contribute directly to the development of the Hardening Engine, focusing on the most complex components like compiler integrations and obfuscation strategies.
    • Ensure the team adheres to best practices for code quality, security, and performance.

Skill Requirements

    • 8+ years in security software development, with 3+ years in a technical lead or mentorship role.
    • Deep understanding of security architecture, threat modeling, and the Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC).
    • Expertise in C/C++ and Python.
    • Strong foundation in applied cryptography, with deep familiarity with algorithms like AES, RSA, and the SHA family.
    • Proficiency in software reverse engineering (Ghidra, IDA Pro) and a solid understanding of compiler theory.
    • (Preferred) Knowledge of Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) algorithms like CRYSTALS-Dilithium, Kyber, etc.
    • (Preferred) Experience with content protection technologies like DRM or Digital Watermarking.
    • (Preferred) Familiarity with NIST CSF and/or NIST SP 800-53 series

Other Requirements

Information at a Glance

Why HCLTech?

At HCLTech, you'll supercharge your potential. You'll find your career. And you'll find your spark. All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first.

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 230,000 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending September 2026 totaled $14.8 billion.