Software Developer II

Position Overview:

Entrust is seeking highly motivated Junior to intermediate Software Development to join our Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and Cryptography R&D team in Ottawa. This role operates within one of Entrust’s core security domains, contributing directly to the design, implementation, and validation of security‑critical systems used by enterprise and government customers worldwide.
You will work alongside senior engineers and architects on advanced PKI platforms and cryptographic solutions, including post‑quantum cryptography (PQC) initiatives, gaining hands-on experience in cutting-edge security technologies while contributing meaningful deliverables to production-grade systems.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and test components within Entrust PKI and cryptographic products

• Contribute to backend systems and services using C, C++, and/or Java

• Contribute to the adoption of AI tools and practices in the SDLC

• Implement features related to certificate management, key management, and secure communications

• Implement and validate cryptographic algorithms and protocols (e.g., X.509, TLS, CMP, OCSP)

• Contribute to Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) experimentation, prototyping, and productization

Basic Qualifications:

• Computer Science or Software Engineering degree

• 2 years programming experience in C/C++ and/or Java (multi-language fluency preferred)

• Working experience with PKI concepts and cryptographic algorithms

• Experience contributing to research projects, open-source, or advanced academic work

• Familiarity with Linux/Unix or Windows development environments

• Familiarity with Agile development practices, code review processes, and version control systems

Preferred Qualifications (High Differentiators):

• Experience with Entrust PKI products

•  Experience working with cryptographic libraries and open-source modules (e.g., OpenSSL, OQS, Jostle)

• Exposure to security protocols and standards (TLS, X.509, certificate enrollment protocols)

• Working experience planning, developing, testing with AI tools

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a highly specialized team

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in complex technical domains
   

Location: Hybrid – Ottawa, Ontario (3 days per week in the office)

About Entrust:

Our growing company relies on curious, dedicated and innovative colleagues to anticipate the future and provide solutions for a more connected, mobile and secure world. Entrust technologies and expertise help government agencies, enterprises and financial institutions in more than 150 countries, serve and safeguard citizens, employees and consumers. Each year, our solutions secure billions of transactions — and every day, our technologies issue and manage more than 10 million secure identities. How do we do all of this? Together.

At Entrust, we don’t just offer jobs – we offer career journeys. Here is what you can expect when you join our team: For more information, visit www.entrust.com. Follow us on, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube

Entrust Corporation is an EOE/AA/Veteran/People with Disabilities employer.

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Compensation Range:

The pay range for this position is $86,000 - $126,000 per year. This position is also eligible for the company's discretionary annual incentive plan. Actual compensation will be determined based on education, skills and experience. In addition to your pay, Entrust offers eligible colleagues and their dependents comprehensive benefits, vacation, paid time off and paid holidays. Please speak with the recruiter for more details. Note: Benefit and Compensation programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program. Entrust has the right to end, suspend or amend any of its plans at any time in whole or in part.

For US roles, or where applicable:

Entrust is an EEO/AA/Disabled/Veterans Employer

For Canadian roles, or where applicable:

Entrust values diversity and inclusion and we are committed to building a diverse workforce with wide perspectives and innovative ideas. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds, and we strive to provide an accessible experience for candidates of all abilities.

If you require an accommodation, contact [email protected].

Recruiter:

James Beck