Staff Security Infrastructure Software Engineer - Cork, Ireland

Nuvia

Nuvia

Other Engineering, Software Engineering
Cork, Ireland
Posted on Aug 29, 2025

Job Description

Job Posting Date

2025-08-28


Company:

QT Technologies Ireland Limited

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering

General Summary:

About the Role

Are you an experienced Java developer with experience in creating Java-based server applications that use the most sensitive of security assets — cryptographic keys? We are looking for a passionate and skilled software engineer to join the development branch of Qualcomm's Cryptographic Operations Group. This team creates the services that support device image signing and factory provisioning with keys protected by Hardware Security Modules (HSMs) across the entire Qualcomm organisation. Our services our mostly exposed through Java implementations running on standalone, on-premises servers with attached HSMs which have to meet very high security and assurance requirements.

You will be an integral part of a highly-skilled team and will contribute to all facets of the system: architecture, development, testing, integration, and debugging. You will also contribute to the architecture of Qualcomm's products by working with the device engineering teams about what is possible and efficient with our secure infrastructure systems.

Please note that this position is part of the Qualcomm engineering team. It is not a cybersecurity IT position.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 4+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 3+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Science, Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.

What are we looking for?

  • Strong programming skills in Java and related build / integration tools.
  • Programming skills in Python and C.
  • Clear understanding of cryptographic key management including public key infrastructures, certificates, and symmetric key hierarchies.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Team player that is able to work independently and collaborate with colleagues in different geographic regions.

Ideally, you will be able to demonstrate the following:

  • Experience with Java-based frameworks (Spring, XML, RESTEasy).
  • Experience with JCA/JCE.
  • Experience with Java-centric build tool chains.
  • Experience collaborating with teams that operate both on-site and virtual servers.
  • Experience with network programming and security.
  • Experience with PKCS11 and Hardware Security Module (HSM) integration.
  • Familiarity with the latest developments in Post-Quantum Cryptography.

*References to a particular number of years experience are for indicative purposes only. Applications from candidates with equivalent experience will be considered, provided that the candidate can demonstrate an ability to fulfill the principal duties of the role and possesses the required competencies.

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