Junior Quantum & Post-Quantum Engineer — R&D

Capgemini Engineering; Viseu; Presencial; EUR 30 000 - 42 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Health and life insurance

Referral program with bonuses

Great office locations

Training and certifications programs

Career growth programs

Resumo da oferta

Capgemini Engineering Portugal is expanding its R&D team with a junior researcher passionate about Quantum Communications and Post-Quantum Cryptography. You will contribute to research and innovation activities, support technology scouting, ideation, and co-innovation projects with clients and partners.

You’ll also support proposals, dissemination, and future security solutions. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate PQC into products, while growing your expertise in a

Qualificações

• Degree in Physics, CS, Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred).
• +2 years of experience in Quantum Communications or PQC, ideally in client or innovation projects.
• Basic understanding of cryptography technologies, PKI systems, and digital certificates.
• Familiarity with cryptographic libraries (OpenSSL, Mbed TLS, Bouncy Castle, libsodium).
• Experience with Linux systems and scripting languages.
• Proficiency with programming languages such as C/C++, Java, Python, or other relevant languages.
• Proactive mindset and willingness to learn and grow within a high-impact team.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in the research and development of post-quantum cryptography (PQC) systems.
• Support the design and implementation of cryptographic solutions based on quantum-resistant algorithms and protocols.
• Contribute to the development of PoCs demonstrating PQC and related protocols.
• Assist in benchmarking efforts for PQC and hybrid algorithms in various applications and use cases.
• Prepare thought leadership materials, including white papers, technical papers, articles, and blogs.
• Participate in raising awareness and presenting PQC advancements to stakeholders at conferences and workshops.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate PQC solutions into existing and new products.

Conhecimentos

Quantum communications

Post-Quantum Cryptography

Cryptography basics

Linux

C/C++

Python

OpenSSL

Mbed TLS

Bouncy Castle

libsodium

Communication skills

Formação académica

Master's degree preferred

Ferramentas

OpenSSL

Mbed TLS

Bouncy Castle

libsodium

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Capgemini Engineering Portugal is expanding its R&D team with a junior researcher passionate about Quantum Communications and Post-Quantum Cryptography. You will contribute to research and innovation activities, support technology scouting, ideation, and co-innovation projects with clients and partners.

You’ll also support proposals, dissemination, and future security solutions. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate PQC into products, while growing your expertise in a