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I'd love to work at PQShield - Speculative Application

This speculative application role invites candidates to join a pioneering deep-tech startup focused on post-quantum cryptography and RISC-V-based secure computing. You'll work alongside founders and innovators on cutting-edge semiconductor solutions, contributing to groundbreaking security technologies in a flexible, inclusive environment. The role emphasizes collaboration, rapid learning, and real-world impact in a rapidly scaling field.

PQShield United Kingdom

Staff Product Certification Manager

This role involves leading security and safety certification efforts for semiconductor IP products, focusing on standards like SESIP, FIPS 140-3, ISO 26262, and ISO/IEC 62443. The candidate will drive certification strategy, engage with standardization bodies, prototype IP on FPGA, and demonstrate certifiability to customers. It's a technical leadership role at the intersection of post-quantum cryptography, RISC-V, and functional safety in a fast-moving deep tech environment.

PQShield United Kingdom

Quantum Algorithms Engineer

Phasecraft is the quantum algorithms company. We are building the mathematical foundations for quantum computing applications that solve real-world problems. Founded in 2019 by Toby Cubitt, Ashley Montanaro and John Morton, we are based in London and Bristol, UK. In...

Phasecraft Bristol, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Quantum Algorithms Scientist

Phasecraft is the quantum algorithms company. We are building the mathematical foundations for quantum computing applications that solve real-world problems. Founded in 2019 by Toby Cubitt, Ashley Montanaro and John Morton, we are based in London and Bristol, UK. In...

Phasecraft Bristol, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Quality Engineer

This role involves establishing and leading a Quality Management System for quantum computing hardware, with direct responsibility for incoming quality control, non-conformance resolution, and supplier quality. The engineer will inspect high-precision components like machined parts, PCBAs, and RF hardware used in cryogenic environments, while embedding quality into new product introductions and driving continuous improvement across manufacturing and development processes.

Rigetti United States US$165,000 – US$190,000 pa

Senior Software Engineer

This role involves designing and implementing secure embedded software for classical and post-quantum cryptographic systems, with a focus on performance, correctness, and resistance to side-channel and fault injection attacks. The engineer will work across the full development lifecycle, integrating cryptographic solutions on ARM and RISC-V platforms, collaborating with hardware and security teams, and ensuring compliance with standards like FIPS and NIST. The position requires deep expertise in low-level programming and cryptographic algorithm implementation in resource-constrained environments.

PQShield United Kingdom

Remote Permanent

Quantum Algorithms Scientist

Phasecraft is the quantum algorithms company. We are building the mathematical foundations for quantum computing applications that solve real-world problems. Founded in 2019 by Toby Cubitt, Ashley Montanaro and John Morton, we are based in London and Bristol, UK. In...

Phasecraft London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Lead Software Engineer

Leads a cryptographic software IP team, overseeing the full software development lifecycle from design to customer delivery. Responsible for technical leadership, architectural decision-making, mentoring engineers, and ensuring high-quality implementation of embedded security solutions. Works closely with hardware teams and customers, with a strong focus on post-quantum cryptography and secure software design.

PQShield United Kingdom

Remote Permanent

Hardware Verification Engineer (Sponsorship available)

This role involves verifying security-critical hardware designs using UVM and formal methods, with a focus on cryptographic IPs and subsystems. You'll build testbenches, develop Python automation tools, debug across multiple levels, and collaborate with design and software teams. The position requires a 'break it to make it' mindset, leadership in verification planning, and experience in secure hardware development.

PQShield United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Sales Director - Japan

Lead sales strategy and execution for a post-quantum cybersecurity company in Japan, targeting enterprise clients in semiconductor, telecom, automotive, and security sectors. Drive market expansion by building relationships with key stakeholders and closing high-value technical IP deals. Collaborate with field application engineers and global teams to align product development with customer needs.

PQShield United Kingdom