Software Verification Engineer, PQShield
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Quantum-resistant cryptography
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Quantum-resistant cryptography
21-100 employees
Open for applications
More information about location
21-100 employees
Company mission
To create the global standards and core technologies that power the security layer for 500 of the world's leading organisations.
Role
Who you are
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
- 4+ years of experience in software verification or quality assurance roles
- Proficiency in C programming for testing embedded systems or software components
- Experience with test frameworks such as Google Test, CUnit, or similar
- Experience with testing in embedded environments
- Technical Skills:
- Strong proficiency in Python for scripting and automation tasks
- Experience with version control systems, particularly Git, and CI/CD pipelines using GitLab
- Familiarity with software testing and analysis tools such as CUnit, GCov and Coverity
- Understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies
- Soft Skills:
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
Desirable
- Knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker
- Certification compliance in software testing
What the job involves
- We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Software Verification Engineer to join our team
- The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing tests to ensure the quality and reliability of our software products. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in software testing, proficiency in C programming, experience with test frameworks, Python scripting skills, and familiarity with GitLab for version control and CI/CD
- Test Planning and Design:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software developers, product managers, and quality assurance, to understand product requirements and specifications
- Develop comprehensive test plans and test cases to ensure coverage of all features and functionalities
- Design automated test scripts using appropriate test frameworks and tools
- Automation and Scripting:
- Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Python and other relevant scripting languages
- Implement test automation frameworks to improve efficiency and coverage
- Test Execution and Reporting:
- Execute manual and automated tests, analyzing results to identify defects and areas for improvement
- Report defects and issues using a structured defect management process supported by issue tracking tools such as Jira
- Document test results, providing clear and concise feedback to stakeholders
- Collaboration and Communication:
- Work closely with software development teams to troubleshoot issues and provide feedback on software design and functionality
- Participate in code reviews, providing insights and recommendations for improving testability and quality
- Communicate test progress, results, and issues to stakeholders
- Coach and mentor team members, sharing knowledge and best practices to help others improve their testing skills and grow professionally
- Continuous Improvement:
- Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and best practices in software testing and quality assurance
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of testing processes and methodologies
Our take
Demand for quantum-ready solutions has been on the rise as companies seek to defend against the quantum security threat. PQShield is the only algorithm-agnostic cybersecurity company that demonstrates and delivers quantum-safe cryptography on chips, in applications, and in the cloud.
Setting the global standards for post-quantum cryptography, the company’s researchers, and advisory board co-designed and led the US National Institute of Standards and Technology’s six-year post-quantum standardisation project. Alongside a series of deals the company has made, including a licensing deal with Microchip Technology and a collaboration with Collins Aerospace to introduce its quantum-ready solutions to organisations across all sectors.
Previous funding has allowed PQShield to focus on continued R&D, furthering partnerships, widening its customer base, and recruiting new talent across the UK, the US, France, and the Netherlands. PQShield’s best-in-class solution has enormous market potential and has it set to remain a leader in post-quantum cryptography.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
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Company
Funding (last 2 of 5 rounds)
Jun 2024
$37m
SERIES B
Jan 2023
$0.5m
GRANT
Total funding: $64.9m
Company benefits
- Remote First – Work Wherever is Best
- Private Health Cover for You and Your Immediate Family
- Pension Contribution
- 50% Reimbursed from your Gym Membership
- WFH Allowance for our Remote Working Colleagues
- High-End IT Equipment (multiple platforms)
- And More (Depending on where you're based)
Company HQ
Summertown, Oxford, UK
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Leadership
Dr. Ali El Kaafarani
(CEO)Former Postdoctoral Researcher and current Research Fellow at the University of Oxford. Former Research engineer at HP. Received their Ph.D in Cryptography from the University of Bath.
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