Hardware Engineering Manager 

Hardware Engineering Manager 

Reports to: VP of Engineering 

Department: Engineering

Location: UK, Europe 

💼 About the role

PQShield is looking for a Hardware Engineering Manager to lead and oversee the development of next-generation hardware solutions tailored for Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC). In this role, you will manage a team of engineers working on the design, development, and implementation of secure and efficient cryptographic IP for semiconductor companies and secure communications.

As part of the Engineering team, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional groups, including cryptographers, software engineers, and product managers, to execute on our hardware roadmap. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hardware design, cryptographic implementations, and semiconductor development, with a focus on delivering secure and high-performance products.

We have been established since 2018, so you would be directly working with the founders and inventors of this deep tech startup. The technology is already a couple of years in the making, its feasibility having been established, funding secured, and it has a clear path to market. This is a great opportunity for career progression and to get a head start in a rapidly expanding segment of the semiconductor industry (Post-Quantum Cryptography and RISC-V).

This is a great opportunity  for career progression and to get a head start in a rapidly expanding segment of the semiconductor industry (Post-Quantum Cryptography and RISC-V).

⚒️ What you’ll be doing

Team Leadership & Execution:

• Manage and mentor a team of hardware engineers, ASIC/FPGA designers, and hardware security specialists.
• Oversee day-to-day execution of hardware development projects, ensuring delivery on schedule and quality standards.
• Foster a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning within the team.

Hardware Development & Implementation:

• Drive the design and implementation of cryptographic hardware accelerators, processors, and secure IP blocks optimized for PQC algorithms.
• Support the development of hardware for use cases such as Root of Trust, secure boot, secure key management, and remote attestation.
• Ensure that hardware solutions align with security, performance, and power efficiency requirements across applications such as IoT, automotive, and data centers.

Project Management & Execution:

• Work with Project Managers to track progress, identify risks, and ensure project milestones are met.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including cryptographers and software engineers, to ensure smooth integration of hardware and cryptographic solutions.
• Implement rigorous testing and verification methodologies, including simulations and emulated real-world use case testing of hardware designs.

Collaboration & Communication:

• Collaborate with the software and cryptography teams to ensure efficient hardware-software co-design for PQC implementations.
• Communicate technical progress and project status effectively to leadership, product management, and engineering teams.

Security & Compliance:

• Ensure hardware security implementations meet industry standards and regulatory requirements for post-quantum cryptography.
• Maintain best practices in secure hardware design, including resistance to side-channel attacks, secure key storage, and cryptographic agility.

🎯 Required Skills And QualificationsRequired: Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronic/Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field with a focus on cryptography or cybersecurity.

• • 7+ years of hardware design IP experience, with at least 3+ years in a leadership or managerial role.
  • Knowledge of hardware security, cryptographic hardware implementations (e.g., RSA, ECC, AES), and post-quantum cryptography.
  • Experience in ASIC/FPGA design and validation, including knowledge of SystemVerilog, Verilog or VHDL.
  • Hands-on experience in bringing secure hardware products from design to implementation.

• Technical Skills:

  • Hardware Design: Knowledge with hardware development tools and EDA software (e.g., Cadence, Synopsys, Mentor Graphics).
  • Advanced Cryptography: Knowledge of cryptographic algorithms, protocols, and key management systems. Familiarity with PQC standards and protocols (e.g., NIST PQC).
  • Security Architecture: Knowledge of implementing secure hardware architectures and understanding security threats such as side-channel attacks.
  • Embedded Systems: Knowledge of secure embedded systems, IoT security, and trusted execution environments.
  • Hardware Security: Exposure to secure hardware solutions such as HSMs, TPMs, and secure enclaves. Understanding of security features such as secure boot, key management, and cryptographic countermeasures.

  
  

🏆Some of the perks of working with us:

• Unparalleled opportunities to learn and accelerated career development.
• A collaborative, team environment with people who truly love what they do.
• Competitive salary and share option scheme.
• Flexible and hybrid working, and a working from home budget.
• Private health insurance for yourself and your family.
• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays and two wellness weeks).
• 50% gym membership discount.
• The chance to work with a spirited, smart, and friendly team!

Interested? Apply today to be part of the future of secure hardware! 🚀