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Cut Noise. Work Quantum.
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Posted 10 days ago
🏢 PQShield
Role Type
Role Focus
Seniority
Employer Type
This internship involves working as a Software Prototype Intern to integrate and test post-quantum cryptographic libraries with existing software solutions. The primary tasks include developing practical integration demonstrations and performing detailed performance analysis against alternatives. The outcome will support product strategy, customer discussions, and help prioritize future research and development efforts by identifying areas for optimization.
Key Responsibilities
Develop integration scenarios using post-quantum cryptographic libraries with higher-level software components.
Explore and implement real-world use cases utilizing both open-source and proprietary software.
Conduct benchmarking and performance analysis of cryptographic operations.
Compare performance results against existing alternatives and pinpoint performance bottlenecks.
Propose and validate potential optimizations to improve library performance.
Produce technical documentation and internal demonstrations to share findings and knowledge.
Work closely with R&D engineers to validate technical feasibility and reduce project risk.
Required Skills
Currently pursuing or recently completed a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
Proficiency in C/C++ programming language.
Proficiency in Python or similar systems/programming languages.
Basic understanding of cryptography and secure software design principles.
Experience using Linux and open-source development environments.
Strong analytical mindset for performance engineering tasks.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Nice-to-have Skills
Experience with embedded development environments.
Strong interest in post-quantum cryptography.
Technology Tags
The role explicitly requires proficiency in C/C++ and Python for developing and integrating software prototypes.
The role involves performance analysis and optimization, which are key aspects of HPC design.
A core responsibility is performing benchmarking and performance analysis of cryptographic operations.
The internship focuses entirely on integrating and benchmarking libraries designed to resist quantum computer attacks.
The job title and core tasks revolve around developing and testing Post-Quantum Cryptography libraries.
The required qualifications specify experience with the Linux operating system for the development environment.