Senior Backend Engineer (Cryptography) - Hashicorp Vault

IBM

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Work type: On-site
Location: Tucson, AZ
Posted: 25 days ago

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TL;DR · Senior Backend Engineer (Cryptography) - Hashicorp Vault

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We are seeking a senior backend engineer with expertise in cryptography to join our team focused on developing and maintaining HashiCorp Vault. In this role, you will work closely with other engineers to enhance the security features of Vault by implementing advanced cryptographic algorithms and protocols. Your day-to-day responsibilities include designing scalable solutions for key management, encryption services, and secure data storage. You should be proficient in Go or Rust, have a deep understanding of cryptography principles, and experience with cloud platforms like AWS or GCP. This position requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to contribute to open-source projects. The ideal candidate will bring extensive knowledge of security best practices and an eagerness to tackle complex challenges in a fast-paced environment.

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HashiCorp Vault Go AWS Kubernetes CI/CD Docker PostgreSQL Redis GCP Terraform

What you'll do

Design and implement secure cryptographic algorithms for backend systems.
Optimize performance of encryption/decryption processes in HashiCorp Vault.
Ensure compliance with industry standards for data security and privacy.
Develop robust APIs for key management and access control functionalities.
Conduct code reviews to enhance the security posture of backend services.

What we're looking for

5+ years of experience in backend software development.
Proficient in cryptography and secure system design principles.
Strong knowledge of cloud platforms like AWS or GCP.
Experience with distributed systems and microservices architecture.
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.

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