Staff Engineer - Encryption

About Fortanix:  

In today's world, where data spreads across various clouds and devices, traditional security measures aren't enough. Businesses need a dynamic approach to defend against constant cyber threats and ensure agile data security. Fortanix leads the way in data-centric cybersecurity for hybrid multicloud environments, using advanced cryptography, encryption, and confidential AI solutions.  

As data breaches become more frequent and traditional defenses fall short, we focus on data exposure management to keep your information safe. Our unified data security platform addresses vulnerabilities in hybrid multicloud environments, defends against threats, and makes it easier to discover, assess, and fix data exposure risks. Whether implementing a Zero Trust model or preparing for the post-quantum computing era, we help businesses worldwide protect their most sensitive data, wherever it is. 

Our commitment to solving the world’s toughest data security challenges has earned Fortanix multiple Cybersecurity Excellence and Innovation Awards, as well as recognition from industry giants such as Microsoft, Intel, ServiceNow, and Snowflake. 

Our team includes industry leaders and cryptography experts, creating a culture of trust, innovation and collaboration where every voice is valued. Recognized as a Great Place to Work, we're looking for passionate individuals to help us shape the future of data security and work towards a safer digital future. 

Requirements

We are looking for a Staff Engineer based in the Eindhoven, Netherlands area with at least 5 years of experience in Confidential Computing to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a technical leader who can provide strategic direction and hands-on expertise in developing tools and SDKs for our confidential computing platforms. This role requires a deep understanding of security, software development, and team leadership. 

• Location: Ideally Eindhoven, Netherlands  
• Remote Option: Yes 

What you’ll do (Duties and Responsibilities):  

• Provide technical direction and leadership to a team of engineers developing tools and SDKs for confidential computing platforms. 
• Support other teams within Fortanix to use tools related to confidential computing platforms developed internally 
• Design, develop, and implement high-quality software solutions that meet security and performance standards. 
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. 
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends in security and confidential computing. 
• Contribute to strategic planning and decision-making processes, ensuring alignment with business goals and technical vision. 
• Conduct code reviews, ensure best practices in software development, and maintain high standards of code quality. 
• Drive the adoption of new tools, methodologies, and processes to improve development efficiency and product quality. 

What you’ll need (Basic Qualifications) 

• 5 years of professional experience in Confidential Computing technology (e.g., Intel SGX, AMD SEV-SNP, Intel TDX, etc.) 
• At least 3-5 years of hands-on experience with C/C++ or Rust 
• Master or PhD in Computer Science, Information Security or related field 
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively. 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts. 

Preferred Technical And Professional Expertise 

• Knowledge of low-level security and security mitigations 
• Knowledge of software development tools and methodologies, including CI/CD, Agile, and DevOps.  
• Contributions to open-source projects. 

Benefits

• We offer a competitive salary and equity package
• Quarterly recharge days 
• 40 hours of Volunteer Time Off/year
• The opportunity to redefine cloud computing in a friendly, collaborative work environment.  

Fortanix is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace with equal opportunity for all applicants and teammates. Our goal is to recruit the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other status. If you’re interested in working in a fast growing, exciting working environment – we encourage you to apply!