<h2><strong>Director of Software Engineering</strong></h2> <p>Reports to: VP of Engineering</p> <p>Department: Engineering</p> <p><strong>Please note we can hire you in the following locations; UK, Germany, France, Belgium, Austria, Netherlands, Spain, and Finland</strong></p> <p><strong>If you are not based in one of these countries then we are unable to move forward with your application. </strong></p> <p> </p> <h3><strong>💼 About the role</strong></h3> <p>PQShield is looking for a <strong>Director of Software Engineering</strong> to lead the development of next-generation software products and architectures tailored for Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC).</p> <p>In this leadership role, you will oversee the design, development, and optimisation of software solutions that secure and accelerate PQC algorithms, providing scalable and efficient cryptographic IP for<strong> </strong>software libraries and secure communication protocols.</p> <p>As part of the Engineering leadership team, you will work closely with cross-functional groups, including cryptographers, hardware engineers, product managers, and external partners, to bring innovative PQC software solutions to market.</p> <p>The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development, cryptography, and secure product development, with a focus on delivering secure, high-performance, and efficient products.</p> <p>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 technology industry.</p> <h3><strong>⚒️ What you’ll be doing</strong></h3> <p><strong>Leadership & Strategy:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Define and execute the software engineering strategy, aligning with the company’s overall PQC product roadmap.</li> <li>Lead and mentor a team of software engineers, developers, and software security experts, fostering a culture of innovation and technical excellence.</li> <li>Champion and continuously refine Agile development processes (e.g., Scrum, Kanban) to improve team velocity, predictability, and product quality.</li> <li>Stay informed about trends in post-quantum cryptography and its software implementations to ensure competitive positioning and forward-thinking solutions.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Software Development & Architecture:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Oversee t
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