SandboxAQ is solving challenging problems with AI + Quantum for positive impact. We partner with global leaders in government, academia, and the private sector to identify applications that would benefit from quantum-based applications to current and future commercial challenges. We engage with customers early and throughout the development process to improve market fit.

Our team’s unique approach enables cross-pollination across a diverse range of fields, from physics, computer science, neuroscience, mathematics, cryptography, natural sciences and more! Our success comes from coalescing diverse talent to create an environment where experimental thinking and collaboration yield breakthrough AI + Quantum solutions. Join a culture where thought leadership, diverse talent, employee engagement, and technological impact will create the next tech uproar.

We are deeply committed to education as a means to advance quantum solutions and computing initiatives. We invest in future talent through internship programs, research papers, developer tools, textbooks, educational talks/events and partnerships with universities/talent hubs to attract multi-disciplinary talent. Our hope is to inspire people from all walks of life to be prepared for the quantum era and encourage a path in STEM.

About The Role: 

The SandboxAQ team is looking for an experienced Networking Software Engineer to help functionalize the next generation of cryptographic systems. A successful candidate will be comfortable with user space Linux development, network engineering, cryptographic algorithms and secure protocols.  Experience in Machine Learning will be considered a plus. They will be part of a diverse team consisting of cryptographers, mathematicians, ML experts, and physicists, where they will play a key role in efficient and effective enablement of the technologies being developed.

This position is contingent on contract award.

How you will make an impact:

• Develop security-oriented network products leveraging open source and proprietary frameworks
• Design and implement a Key Management System abstraction layer, able to integrate with multiple existing solutions
• Perform network and Linux host profiling, identify potential performance tradeoffs
• Contribute to the design of (asynchronous) networking-oriented APIs 
• Prototype and evaluate automation of network services
• Contribute to the design of (asynchronous) networking-oriented APIs
• Develop security-oriented network products leveraging open source and proprietary frameworks 
• Provide guidance on software development scope, capacity, prioritization and best practices

What you should have:

• U.S. Citizenship and/or security clearance is required due to USG contract requirements
• 3-5 years experience as a Network Software Engineer with knowledge of Department of Defense (DoD) network encryptors
• Competency with Go/Python on Linux hosts
• WAN/LAN Knowledge, Network Design and Implementation
• Network layer 3 routing, layer 2 switching, and firewall configurations
• Overall understanding of networking, both peer-to-peer & routed implementations
• Working knowledge of DISA STIG requirements, implementation, and validation documentation
• CompTIA Security+ certification or ability to obtain
• Knowledge of DoD network architecture and design
• Understanding of security and privacy technologies, including encryption, authentication protocols, identity and access management systems
• Ability to work in a small team / rapid prototyping environment and deal with uncertainty and fluidity
• Understanding of network infrastructure fundamentals and network operations

It’d be great if you also had these:

• Active TS with SCI eligibility within the last 2 years
• Skills in managing a team of engineers for planning, design, and routine activities to support customer networks
• Familiarity with Post-Quantum Cryptography methodologies
• Ability to take initiative, adapt quickly to changing priorities and work with a high sense of urgency

SandboxAQ welcomes all.

We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where we have zero tolerance for discrimination. We invest in our employees' personal and professional growth. Once you work with us, you can’t go back to normalcy because great breakthroughs come from great teams and we are the best in quantum technology.

 

We offer competitive salaries, stock options depending on employment type, generous learning opportunities, medical/dental/vision, family planning/fertility, PTO (summer and winter breaks), financial wellness resources, 401(k) plans, and more. 

 

Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.