Software Development Engineer, Post-Quantum Cryptography

DescriptionUtility Computing (UC)AWS Utility Computing (UC) provides product innovations from foundational services such as Amazons Simple Storage Service (S3) and Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), to consistently released new product innovations that continue to set AWSs services and features apart in the industry. As a member of the UC organization, youll support the development and management of Compute, Database, Storage, Internet of Things (Iot), Platform, and Productivity Apps services in AWS, including support for customers who require specialized security solutions for customers who require specialized security solutions for their cloud services.About AWSAmazon Web Services (AWS) is the worlds most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating thats why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.Diverse ExperiencesAWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasnt followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, dont let it stop you from applying.Work/Life BalanceWe value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, theres nothing we cant achieve in the cloud.Inclusive Team CultureHere at AWS, its in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.Mentorship & Career GrowthWere continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.The AWS Post-Quantum Cryptography team is seeking an experienced software development engineer knowledgeable in cryptography, algorithmic optimizations, and software development lifecycle to help design and implement next-generation cryptographic libraries for use by AWS and our customers. The PQC team performs fundamental research and development of quantum-resistant cryptographic algorithms. You should be someone motivated by optimizing cryptographic schemes and want to help build massively scalable security systems.Key job responsibilitiesIn this role, you will:Design and implement post-quantum cryptography for both internal and external customers.Create simple APIs to access our cryptographic algorithms.Work with a team of talented Software Development Engineers and Applied Scientists.Be a committed technical leader who develops and mentors junior engineers.About the teamAWS Cryptography builds the services and tools to keep all of our customers' data secure. We develop critical software used by AWS service teams and customers including the open source projects AWS-LC, s2n-tls, and Amazon Corretto Crypto Provider (ACCP).Basic Qualifications- 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience- 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience- Experience programming with at least one software programming languagePreferred Qualifications- 3+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent- Knowledge of and/or experience developing post-quantum cryptographic algorithms- Experience implementing cryptographic standards- Experience developing assembly-level optimizations- Experience developing for software libraries- Experience developing open-source softwareAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.