Math Libraries Engineer, Post Quantum

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Math Libraries Engineer, Post Quantum Cryptography. Location: Santa Clara, CA, USA

You will contribute to the cuPQC Software Development Kit (SDK), ensuring robust, scalable, and efficient solutions for secure computing across edge devices and data centers.

Duties:

• Design, develop, and optimize high-performance cryptographic primitives and algorithms for GPU architectures.
• Build scalable and maintainable software architectures that remain effective across multiple hardware generations;
• Collaborate with internal teams (product management, engineering) and external partners to define feature and performance requirements.
• Deliver timely releases of the cuPQC SDK with well-documented APIs and software interfaces;
• Ensure code quality through modern software practices including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and code reviews.
• Stay updated on cryptography and PQC standards, integrating new algorithms and optimizations as needed.

Qualifications:

• PhD or MSc in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in designing and developing cryptography software for low-latency or high-throughput environments;
• Strong foundation in mathematics and cryptographic algorithms, including lattice-based cryptography and finite field arithmetic.
• Advanced C++ skills, including modern design paradigms such as template meta-programming, SFINAE, RAII, and constexpr.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and documentation skills;
• Experience with GPU computing (CUDA C++) and automation tools for building and testing software is a plus.

Benefits and Instructions:

• Base salary ranges from $184,000–$356,500 depending on level, experience, and location, plus equity and benefits.
• NVIDIA offers comprehensive health, wellness, and career benefits.
• Hybrid work environment with flexibility depending on team requirements;
• NVIDIA is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diverse candidates to apply.