Quantum Safe Research Engineer

Summary:

Initiates the design, development, execution and implementation of technology research projects. Investigates the feasibility of applying scientific principles and concepts to potential inventions and products. Plans and executes applied research. Maintains substantial knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories, and may contribute to scientific literature and conferences. May participate in development of patent applications. May coordinate interdepartmental activities and research efforts.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Job Description:

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Research Engineer specializing in Quantum Safe and AI technologies to join our advanced research team. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in AI technologies which can be adopted to test automation for Quantum Safe technologies such as QKD and PQC.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research and Development:
  • Conduct cutting-edge applied research on AI based testing solutions for post-quantum cryptographic and quantum key distribution in the testbed.
  • Investigate potential weaknesses in current cryptographic standards and help validate quantum-resistant algorithms.
  • Conduct performance analysis and benchmark new cryptographic algorithms for robustness and scalability.
  • Perform testing to evaluate the performance, security, and efficiency of post-quantum cryptographic methods.
  • If necessary, upstream to global standards such as ITU-T, IETF, ETSI.
  • Work closely with interdisciplinary teams of researchers, cryptographers, and engineers to tackle the challenges of post-quantum cryptography.
• Software Development:
  • Implement and optimize AI technologies into testing solution for post-quantum cryptographic and quantum key distribution such as Python, C, C++, or etc.
  • Work with existing cryptographic libraries and frameworks to integrate quantum-safe algorithms.
  • Collaborate with software development teams to ensure secure integration of quantum-resistant cryptosystems into applications.
• Security Protocols:
  • Design and test quantum-resistant security protocols for networks, cloud services, and distributed systems.
  • Design and test key exchange and digital signature algorithms that are secure in the quantum era.
  • Explore hybrid cryptography solutions that combine classical and post-quantum techniques for immediate use.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Information Security, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience in software development using languages such as Python, C/C++ etc.
• Deep AI Knowledge including Generative AI

Preferred Qualifications:

• Good understanding of quantum communication
• Good understanding of networking protocols and 5G
• Good understanding of security framework

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate in a multidisciplinary research environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively share research insights.
• High level of attention to detail and a proactive approach to emerging security threats.

Pre-Requisites / Skills / Experience Requirements: