Quantum Safe Cryptographer Researcher

We are seeking a dedicated and innovative Research and Innovation Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will focus on fundamental exploration aimed at developing new products, services, and disruptive technologies that challenge traditional approaches. 
 

• Perform research in quantum-safe cryptography, generally
• Creating secure and efficient primitives for symmetric cryptography used in modern communications
• Security evaluation of symmetric primitives in the context of the post-quantum migration, e.g.,quantum-aided and classical attacks, side-channel attacks, primitives misuse, and combinations thereof.
• Creation and improvement of public key schemes relying purely on fast primitives or multi-party computation protocols like MPC-in-the-head (e.g, FAEST), and acceleration of primitives to minimize their impact on post-quantum cryptographic schemes
• Stay current with the latest research trends, challenge the status quo, and push boundaries of the state-of-the-art
• Publish research at leading academic and industrial forums, create new intellectual property, and present results to internal and external stakeholders
• Collaborate with Nokia Bell Labs researchers across the globe and external academic and industrial partners
• Work with Nokia business units to incubate research into early-stage products or spinouts, transfer knowledge, and act as an adviser 

You have:

• PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, or Physics with a cryptology or quantum algorithmic focus
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• Understanding of Fast Cryptographic Primitives (symmetric encryption, hash function, RNG...), Cryptanalysis tools, and Hash-based signature methods
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present research to both academic and industry audiences
• A self-driven attitude, unwavering commitment to team goals, and enthusiasm for tackling new challenges
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
   

It would be nice if you also had (3 bullets max)

• Experience with Quantum Cryptanalysis, MPC-in-the-head schemes, Side-Channel Analysis, Low-level implementation
• Previous Nokia intern or co-op experience
  
   

Come create the technology that helps the world act together

Nokia is committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. Your career here will have a positive impact on people’s lives and will help us build the capabilities needed for a more productive, sustainable, and inclusive world.
We challenge ourselves to create an inclusive way of working where we are open to new ideas, empowered to take risks and fearless to bring our authentic selves to work

What we offer
 
Nokia offers continuous learning opportunities, well-being programs to support you mentally and physically, opportunities to join and get supported by employee resource groups, mentoring programs and highly diverse teams with an inclusive culture where people thrive and are empowered.

Nokia is committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer

Nokia has received the following recognitions for its commitment to inclusion & equality:

• One of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere
• Gender-Equality Index by Bloomberg
• Workplace Pride Global Benchmark

At Nokia, we act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Nokia’s employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect.
Join us and be part of a company where you will feel included and empowered to succeed.

Additional Information

US/Canada Nokia Offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes but is not limited to:

• Corporate Retirement Savings Plan
• Health and dental benefits
• Short-term disability, and long-term disability
• Life insurance, and AD&D – Company paid 2x base pay
• Optional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
• Paid time off for holidays and Vacation
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Assistance Plan
• Adoption assistance
• Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program

The above benefits exclude students.

Disclaimer for US/Canada

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