Director of Software Engineering

Director of Software Engineering

Reports to: Chief Technology Officer

Department: Engineering

Please note we can hire you in the following locations; UK, Germany, France, Belgium, Austria, Netherlands, Spain, and Finland

If you are not based in one of these countries then we are unable to move forward with your application. 

💼 About the role

PQShield is looking for a Director of Software Engineering to lead the development of next-generation software products and architectures tailored for Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC).

In this leadership role, you will oversee the design, development, and optimisation of software solutions that secure and accelerate PQC algorithms, providing scalable and efficient cryptographic IP for software libraries and secure communication protocols.

As part of the Engineering leadership team, you will work closely with cross-functional groups, including cryptographers, hardware engineers, product managers, and external partners, to bring innovative PQC software solutions to market.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development, cryptography, and secure product development, with a focus on delivering secure, high-performance, and efficient products.

We have been established since 2018, so you would be directly working with the founders and inventors of this deep tech startup. The technology is already a couple of years in the making, its feasibility having been established, funding secured, and it has a clear path to market. This is a great opportunity for career progression and to get a head start in a rapidly expanding segment of the technology industry.

⚒️ What you’ll be doing

Leadership & Strategy:

• Define and execute the software engineering strategy, aligning with the company’s overall PQC product roadmap.
• Lead and mentor a team of software engineers, developers, and software security experts, fostering a culture of innovation and technical excellence.
• Champion and continuously refine Agile development processes (e.g., Scrum, Kanban) to improve team velocity, predictability, and product quality.
• Stay informed about trends in post-quantum cryptography and its software implementations to ensure competitive positioning and forward-thinking solutions.

Software Development & Architecture:

• Oversee the design and implementation of cryptographic software libraries, secure protocols, and secure IP blocks optimised for PQC algorithms.