Applied Cryptographer

A fast-scaling semiconductor company is expanding its engineering team with an experienced Applied Cryptographer. You will combine theoretical cryptography with practical implementation, designing and analysing security solutions that integrate into cutting-edge hardware and software products.

You work on cryptographic algorithms, protocols and security architectures, identifying vulnerabilities and developing robust solutions across both hardware and software environments. Your responsibilities span formal verification, security proofs, code review and security analysis, with a strong focus on building products that meet demanding security assurance requirements.

Working closely with hardware and software engineering teams, you shape cryptographic designs from specification through implementation and integration. You stay close to the latest developments in cryptographic research, emerging attacks and post-quantum cryptography, helping identify opportunities and risks for future products.

What you bring

• A Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, Computer Engineering, Cryptography or a related discipline
• Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of modern cryptography
• Deep knowledge of symmetric and asymmetric cryptographic algorithms and protocols
• Expertise in post-quantum cryptography and emerging cryptographic standards
• Experience designing, implementing and maintaining cryptographic libraries
• Knowledge of formal methods, formal verification and formal security proofs
• Strong mathematical foundations in number theory, probability, complexity theory and abstract algebra
• Demonstrated cryptographic security analysis and vulnerability assessment
• Experience in secure software development, code reviews and security audits
• Understanding of hardware/software security integration within complex systems
• Familiarity with security assurance, certification or standards-driven development
• Ability to translate complex cryptographic concepts into practical engineering solutions
• Strong technical documentation and communication skills