Engineer Advanced Technology (M/F/D) - PhD

Adva Network Security has built a fierce reputation for protecting packet optical networks. Founded by the industry’s leading security experts, our German-based organization helps operators of critical infrastructure, government agencies and enterprises security-harden their networks. Our company develops sophisticated protective controls for optical transport, Ethernet switching, network virtualization and related professional services. For more information, please visit advasecurity.com.

We are currently looking for a highly motivated Engineer Advanced Technology (PhD track) (M/F/D) to join our Advanced Technology team in Munich. The position will allow to focus on research and innovation in cryptography with a high relevance for our cryptographic products.

Principle Duties And Essential Functions

• Research and develop innovative and secure solutions for key-exchange, encryption and authentication in optical networks.
• Analyze the security of cryptographic algorithms and protocols.
• Contribute to research and advanced development projects.
• Demonstrate technical excellence at conferences/events.
• Cooperate with customers and the research community in national and international projects.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Experience Required

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics or a related field.
• Good knowledge of cryptographic concepts and information security principles.
• Excellent programming skills in C and Python (including version management), Go or Rust is a plus.
• Good presentation, communication and scientific writing skills.
• Fluent in oral and written English, fluency in German is a plus.
  
  

Benefits

• Possibility to work in an international, multicultural environment.
• Strong team-oriented and friendly work culture.
• Flexible working hours model and the possibility of remote work.
• Internal training program.
• Fitness-, travel cost- and kindergarten allowance as well as drinks and fruits for free.
• Employee discounts e. g. for events and branded products.
  
  

Are you interested? We look forward to receiving your application.