Hardware Engineer

Qrypt's mission is to protect the world's data and restore privacy. Qrypt hardens cybersecurity and future-proofs encryption against quantum attacks by eliminating key transmission. Qrypt's unique technology independently generates symmetric keys at multiple endpoints for critical workflows today. We are a passionate team of engineers, physicists, and cryptographers committed to transforming the way the world safeguards data and communications!

We are seeking a Hardware Engineer to contribute to the development of a world-changing cryptographic solution by owning the design and manufacturing of cutting-edge quantum random number generator hardware. You must have experience in low noise analog / mixed signal design, circuit simulation (SPICE), and end-to-end production through delivery - including functional block design, schematic capture, BOM building, and PCB design / layout. Experience delivering functioning, manufacturable, reliable, fully documented hardware is critical.

This is an onsite Germantown, MD role.

What you'll do

• Play a major role in the design of Qrypt's Quantum Entropy Source hardware, from design, through manufacturing, to bring-up, testing and deployment
• Perform analog, digital, and electro-optical circuit design for quantum entropy hardware
• Develop schematics, BOMs, hardware specifications, and test procedures
• Guide PCB layout as required
• Collaborate with the embedded software and FPGA engineers to assure system delivery
• Develop and execute hardware design verification testing as well as system level verification and validation
• Participate and contribute to hardware, software, and system design reviews

What you'll need

Benefits and Perks

Qrypt is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. If you have a disability and need assistance with our employment application process, please email us at [email protected] to obtain assistance.

The annual base pay range for this role is $100,000 - $150,000. The actual base salary pay offered may vary based on multiple factors such as qualifications, experience, transferable skills, level of education, and other factors permitted by law. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work in this location and refers to the amount Qrypt is willing to pay at the time of this posting. The range listed is just one component of Qrypt's total compensation package.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.