Remote Senior Quantum Computing & Cryptography Engineer

engineeringjobs.net, Inc.; Melbourne (FL); Remote; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Syms Strategic Group seeks a Quantum Computing/Cryptography Engineer for a 100% remote US-based role supporting a Federal Government client.

The position requires 10+ years of IT experience with quantum computing and cryptography, and a Public Trust—Level 4 clearance. You will implement cryptographic algorithms, plan PQC migrations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to communicate quantum risk to leadership.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of IT experience with quantum computing and cryptography in a large org or government agency.
• Expertise in quantum mechanics, algorithms and information theory.
• Experience with quantum programming languages and frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Quipper, QDK).
• Experience with post-quantum cryptography and standards (NIST, ISO/IEC 19790).
• Ability to communicate quantum risk to non-technical leadership and work with cross-functional teams.
• U.S. Citizenship and eligibility for government clearance.

Responsibilities

• Utilize Python, C++, and Java to implement and test cryptographic algorithms.
• Advise on quantum resistant algorithm migration plans and PQC implementation strategies.
• Assess cryptographic inventory and identify migration priorities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to communicate quantum risk to leadership.
• Provide policy inputs for cryptographic modernization aligned with NIST PQC (FIPS 203, 204, 205).

Skills

Quantum computing

Cryptography

Python

C++

Java

Qiskit

Cirq

Quipper

Microsoft QDK

Shor’s/Grover algorithms

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS / IT / cybersecurity or related field

IAT III / IAM III / IASAE III certifications

Tools

Qiskit

Cirq

Quipper

Microsoft QDK

Job description

Syms Strategic Group seeks a Quantum Computing/Cryptography Engineer for a 100% remote US-based role supporting a Federal Government client.

The position requires 10+ years of IT experience with quantum computing and cryptography, and a Public Trust—Level 4 clearance. You will implement cryptographic algorithms, plan PQC migrations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to communicate quantum risk to leadership.