Linux Cryptography Developer (C/C++) (remote-only position)

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The Role
The Cryptographic Software Engineer will assist in the development, testing, and documentation of cryptographic modules and systems while supporting compliance with FIPS. Responsibilities include working with senior engineers on technical documentation, building RPM packages, and applying knowledge of cryptography and cybersecurity best practices.
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Description

CloudLinux is a leading global company specializing in high-volume, low-cost Linux infrastructure and security products. We prioritize our employees and embrace remote working, ensuring a supportive and collaborative work environment. At CloudLinux, we pride ourselves on making a meaningful impact in the Linux and hosting industry.

We are seeking a talented and motivated Cryptographic Software Engineer to join our team. This role will provide the opportunity to work closely with experienced engineers to gain hands-on experience in the cybersecurity and cryptographic fields, focusing on compliance and technical excellence.

The Cryptographic Software Engineerwill assist in the development, testing, and documentation of cryptographic modules and systems in compliance with Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS). The role requires a keen attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a passion for cybersecurity and technical documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the FIPS 140-3 certification process for cryptographic modules.
  • Assist in building, testing, and maintaining RPM packages for various cryptographic libraries.
  • Collaborate with senior engineers and external labs to write and review technical documentation, ensuring clarity and compliance with standards.
  • Work with AlmaLinux, CentOS Stream, or RHEL in a development and testing environment.
  • Contribute to the security engineering team by applying knowledge of cryptographic concepts, such as encryption, key exchange, and hashing.
  • Learn and apply best practices in cybersecurity, specifically relating to cryptographic libraries like OpenSSL and GnuTLS.
Requirements
Must-Have Qualifications:
  • Proficiency in C/C++.
  • Understanding of cryptographic concepts, including encryption, key exchange, hashing, PKI, entropy, and random number generators (RNGs).
  • Experience with debugging tools
  • Some knowledge of mathematics and cybersecurity concepts.
  • Strong proficiency in spoken and written English.
  • High attention to detail and ability to work with technical documentation.
  • A passion for writing and reviewing technical materials.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with OpenSSL, NSS, Libgcrypt, GnuTLS, Linux kernel.
  • Cybersecurity certification (e.g., ISC2, CompTIA).
  • Knowledge of encrypted protocols (e.g. SSH, IPsec, TLS).
  • Experience or knowledge in building RPM packages.
  • Experience with AlmaLinux, CentOS Stream, or RHEL.
Benefits

What's in it for you?

  • A focus on professional development
  • Interesting and challenging projects
  • Fully remote work with flexible working hours, that allows you to schedule your day and work from any location worldwide
  • Paid 24 days of vacation per year, 10 days of national holidays, and unlimited sick leaves
  • Compensation for private medical insurance
  • Co-working and gym/sports reimbursement
  • Budget for education
  • The opportunity to receive a reward for the most innovative idea that the company can patent

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Top Skills

C,C++
The Company
HQ: Palo Alto, CA
174 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2009

What We Do

CloudLinux is the only commercially supported operating system (OS) optimized for hosting service providers who manage a significant level of shared hosting accounts and for datacenters who sell servers to enterprise and SMB customers.

Using technology that delivers increased server stability and higher density, CloudLinux delivers advanced resource management, better security and performance optimizations specifically targeted to a multi-tenant hosting environment.

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