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Senior Manager, Cryptographic Engineering

Geneva, SwitzerlandFull-time2026-10-18 → 2026-11-10
On-site · SwitzerlandU.S. persons only (export control)

Core

Lead a team of 8+ specialized engineers to build post-quantum cryptography (PQC) hardware acceleration for HSM and network-appliance applications.

Role type

Senior Manager, Cryptographic Engineering (People Leadership & Delivery)

Builds

Post-quantum cryptography hardware acceleration for HSM and network-appliance applications

Domain

Quantum-safe security, Hardware Security Modules (HSM), Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC)

Required skills

People management, Engineering team leadership, Programme execution, Budget management, Risk management, Process definition, Technical credibility in digital hardware/embedded software/security

Preferred skills

Applied cryptography, RTL and FPGA design, Firmware and protocols, Verification, QA, Security certification

Technologies

HSM, FPGA, Embedded systems, Cryptography

Responsibilities

Recruit, onboard, coach, and develop a team of 8+ specialized engineers across cryptography, hardware, software, verification, QA, and security disciplines. Own programme execution end-to-end including planning, milestones, dependency and risk management, resource allocation, and budget ownership. Establish engineering processes (development workflow, reviews, tooling, lab operations) and coordinate with stakeholders. Partner with senior technical leadership to support their technical direction while managing the organization around them.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC manager