Overview

Who we are

Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world's most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We're looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.

Toyota does not offer support or sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this role now or in the future. You must have the right to work in the United States and not require Toyota support or sponsorship for immigration-related employment (e.g., H-1B, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, 'job flexibility benefits' [also known as I-140 or Adjustment of Status portability], etc.) now or in the future. You should not apply for this role if you will require Toyota to assist with immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future.

Toyota's Cybersecurity & Risk Management (CSRM) group objective is to become a global cybersecurity leader in the mobility space - with the talent, scale, and services to enable our mission of securely bringing mobility for all.

We hope you will join us in this time of transformation and be a part of defining the next-generation cybersecurity capabilities for one of the largest global companies in the world. #Cyber

Who we're looking for

Toyota is looking for team members who are passionate about technology and interested in joining a collaborative and highly motivated team as a Principal Software Engineer - Privacy.

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The primary responsibility of this role is to serve as a subject matter expert and strategic partner to management and executive leaders, leading the delivery of key privacy platforms and efforts to ensure comprehensive coverage of applicable regulations, processes, and requirements for the Technology Risk & Operations Management team based in Plano, TX.

Reporting to the Sr Mgr, Cybersecurity Risk Management, the person in this role will join the Technology Risk & Operations Management team to visualize and reduce Toyota's technology risk by integrating cybersecurity, privacy, and compliance disciplines.

What you'll be doing

Provides expert-level functional expertise in the creation, execution, and maintenance of Toyota's privacy technology services, acting as a strategic business partner to managers and executives

Lead the full software development lifecycle for privacy applications, including architecture, coding, testing, deployment, maintenance, and operational support

Create and manage reports for performance analytics, KRIs/KPIs, and data imports and exports

Partner with privacy, legal, cybersecurity, data governance, and technology teams to translate business and regulatory requirements into scalable technology solutions

Evaluate and implement new technologies and automation opportunities that improve the efficiency, scalability, and effectiveness of privacy program operations

What you bring

10+ years of experience leading work in agile development environments, with hands‑on experience leveraging CI/CD pipelines

Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Business Administration, Information Systems, or an additional four years of relevant software development/privacy-focused professional work experience

Demonstrated experience providing strategic consultative services to management and executive leaders, or leading projects/programs focused on long-term objectives

Expert knowledge of North American privacy laws and regulations, with significant industry and department knowledge

Expert in agile development practices with an understanding of multiple programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, NodeJS, AngularJS)

Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) to tailor messages to management and executive leaders, presenting clearly and concisely

Added bonus if you have

Master's Degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Information Systems or related discipline

Experience working in Agile and/or Toyota Production System framework; Agile, Scrum, Lean, or related certifications

Any of the following Security certifications: CISM, CISA, CISSP, CIA, CIPM, CCSP, CIPP, CIPM, CC, CIPT

What We'll Bring

During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:

A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement

Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount

Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family

Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute (if applicable)

Paid holidays and paid time off

Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more

Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)

Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star.

Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com .

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