Senior Cryptography Specialist

Santander USA; Boadilla del Monte; Híbrido; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading financial institution in Madrid is seeking a Senior Cryptography Specialist to support the development and implementation of cryptographic tools as part of their Global Cryptography Team. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in Python and knowledge of cryptographic tools, including PKI and HSMs. This role offers a hybrid working model, competitive compensation, and additional benefits focused on personal and professional development.

Servicios

Hybrid working model

High competitive salary with performance-based bonuses

Gym/WellHub membership

Childcare support

Formación

• More than 5 years of experience programming in Python.
• Experience working with cryptography and cryptographic tools.
• Current understanding of post-quantum cryptography (PQC) concepts.

Responsabilidades

• Supporting the research, development, and testing of cryptographic tools and solutions.
• Developing and implementing cryptographic discovery and compliance solutions.
• Integrating cryptographic processes with other corporate tools.

Conocimientos

Programming in Python

Analysing patterns in data

Continuous learning mindset

Educación

BsC, Master or PhD in computer science, telecommunications, mathematics, physics

Herramientas

PKI

HSMs

Descripción del empleo

Senior Cryptography Specialist (Country: Spain)

IT STARTS HERE

Santander (www.santander.com) is evolving from a global, high-impact brand into a technology-driven organization, and our people are at the heart of this journey. Together, we are driving a customer‑centric transformation that values bold thinking, innovation, and the courage to challenge what’s possible.

This is more than a strategic shift. It’s a chance for driven professionals to grow, learn, and make a real difference.

Our mission is to contribute to help more people and businesses prosper. We embrace a strong risk culture and all our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.

Santander Digital Services

Santander Digital Services is the team of technology and operations at Santander. We are convinced of the importance of technology that is aligned with the requirements of the business and that our work not only brings value to users, people and communities but also fosters individual creativity. Our team of over 7,000 people in 8 countries (Spain, Portugal, Poland, UK, USA, Mexico, Chile and Brazil) develops and/or implements financial solutions across a broad spectrum of technologies (including Blockchain, Big Data and Angular among others) on all kinds of on‑premise and cloud‑based platforms.

THE DIFFERENCE YOU MAKE

Santander Digital Services is looking for a Senior Cryptography Specialist, based out of Madrid, to build the future in cryptography management as part of the Santander Global Cryptography Team and its Santander Quantum Threat Program.

To succeed in this role, you will be responsible for:

• Supporting the research, development, and testing of cryptographic tools and solutions.
• Developing and implementing cryptographic discovery, management and compliance solutions.
• Integrating these tools and cryptographic processes with other corporate tools.
• Establishing analytical models for reporting and compliance.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

Our people are our greatest strength. Every individual contributes unique perspectives that make us stronger as a team and as an organization. We’re enabling teams to go beyond by valuing who they are and empowering what they bring.

The following requirements represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential for success in this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

• More than 5 years of experience programming in Python. (Required)
• Other languages like C++ and Java are a plus (Preferred).
• Experience working with cryptography and cryptographic tools, like PKI, key management, HSMs. (Preferred)

EDUCATION

• BsC, Master or PhD in computer science, telecommunications, mathematics, physics, etc. Your experience counts more than your degrees. (Required)
• Current understanding of post‑quantum cryptography (PQC) concepts and the strategic dependencies required to transition from classical public‑key cryptography—especially in financial industry environments. (Preferred)

LANGUAGES

• English (Required)
• Spanish (Preferred)

Hard Skills

• Analysing patterns in formatted and unformatted data to extract metrics and create compliance controls. (Required)
• General knowledge of cryptography, cryptographic protocols (TLS, IPSEC, SSH), Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and cryptographic key management processes. (Required)
• Sysadmin and system automation knowledge, specifically around configuration of cryptographic parameters in TLS, IPSEC and SSH in public clouds, Windows and/or Linux servers and/or network devices. (Preferred)

Soft Skills

• Continuous learning mindset, with a commitment to staying abreast of emerging cryptographic technologies, threats, and regulatory developments. (Required)
• Ability to work cooperatively in multidisciplinary, global teams spread across different countries and continents.

WE VALUE YOUR IMPACT

Your contribution matters, and it’s recognized. You can expect a fair, competitive reward package that reflects the impact you create and the value you deliver. But we know rewards go beyond numbers.

• We’re enable our teams to go beyond through global opportunities and broad career paths.
• Flexibility that works. Enjoy a hybrid working model—some days remote, some days onsite with your team—along with flexible hours.
• Learning for life. Access hundreds of courses on our platforms, including exclusive access to our global learning space: Santander Open Academy (www.santanderopenacademy.com)
• Competitive rewards. Receive a highly competitive salary with performance‑based bonuses, motivating you to keep growing with us.
• Financial advantages. Benefit from preferential banking terms, special interest rates on loans, life insurance, and more.
• Your health is our priority. Through BeHealthy, our global wellness programme, we promote Holistic wellbeing.
• We know family is everything. That’s why we offer childcare support and family‑friendly programmes tailored to each life stage.
• Always by your side. Get access to Santander Contigo, our program for employees and their families offering legal, emotional, and administrative advisory services.
• Extra benefits. Gym/WellHub membership, medical centers in some of our facilities, meal subsidy, parking, shuttle service from various points in Madrid, as well as exclusive discounts and offers for Santander employees. And that’s only the beginning—we’ll tell you more when you join!

We’re here to keep you motivated, help you reach your goals, and celebrate your progress, every step of the way.

LOCAL COMPLIANCE

Santander is proud of being an organization where there are equal opportunities regardless of age, gender, disability, civil status, race, religion or sexual orientation. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible application process for all candidates.

WHAT TO DO NEXT

If this sounds like a role you are interested in, then please apply.

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