As a future Homomorphic Encryption Researcher in our team, you will:

• Innovate cutting-edge cryptographic techniques that enable secure computation on encrypted data.

• Collaborate closely with our engineering and product teams to transform your research into groundbreaking products.

• Develop and execute rigorous tests and benchmarks to validate both your research and its implementation.

• Stay at the forefront of cryptographic advancements by reviewing the latest published research, and guide the team on new opportunities and applications.

• Play a key role in shaping our research and product roadmaps, working in synergy with the entire team.

• Contribute to the broader community by publishing papers, filing patents, and presenting your work at industry and academic events and conferences.

We are excited to fill this role in the future and invite you to be a part of our forward-thinking team.

*Please note this is a job posting for a future position. We will only reach out to exceptional candidates whom we wish to advance through the process.

You will have:

• A PhD in cryptography or equivalent;

• Deep knowledge of homomorphic encryption;

• Knowledge of LWE hardness and security;

• Knowledge of machine learning;

• Good written and oral communication skills;

• A passion for privacy and open source software.

Embracing a flexible remote working ethos, Zama values in-person interactions and as such, requires a visit to our Paris headquarters at least once every quarter.

At Zama, innovation isn’t just a buzzword – it’s our DNA. If you’re passionate about cryptography and FHE, and are eager to shape the future of privacy, we welcome you to be a part of our journey. 🤗

Step 1: the application form.

Step 2: the challenge.

Step 3: the technical interview.

Step 4: cultural fit and compensation chat with the COO.

Step 5: the hacking trial.

Step 6: the reference check.

Our process is described in detail here: https://www.zama.ai/post/how-we-hire-at-zama. We will be in contact with exceptional candidates who we wish to advance through the recruitment process.

Zama values and promotes diversity. We give everyone a fair chance to be evaluated on their professional, academic, and personal skills. Our aim is to make the hiring process as pleasant, stress-free, and friendly as possible, even if the process is longer and more involved than you might find elsewhere.