Job Description

As a Security Researcher / Cryptographer at Intel, you will lead pioneering research in Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE) to drive advancements in encrypted computing and communication technologies. Your work will involve designing, developing, and implementing scientific research projects that explore the feasibility of applying FHE principles to future Intel products. You will contribute to scientific literature, develop intellectual property, and build prototypes to demonstrate the viability of your solutions.

In this role, your responsibilities will include:  

Design, develop, and execute research projects focused on Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE).

Investigate the feasibility of applying FHE principles to potential inventions and products, typically 5+ years ahead of product roadmap inclusion.

Plan and conduct laboratory research, maintaining substantial knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories.

Contribute to scientific literature and present findings at conferences.

Develop intellectual property and coordinate interdepartmental research activities.

Propose scalable solutions and build software and hardware prototypes to demonstrate technical feasibility.

Communicate complex technical issues clearly to drive decision-making processes.

Collaborate effectively within a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

Behavioral Traits:

Solid communication and interpersonal skills.

Self-motivated with the initiative to identify and resolve technical issues.

Ability to present complex issues with clarity to facilitate decision-making.

Qualifications

You must possess the below minimum education requirements and minimum required qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Relevant experience can be obtained through schoolwork, classes, project work, internships, and/or military experience. Additional preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.

Minimum Qualifications:  

Master’s Degree with 3+ years of experience, OR PHD with 1+ years of experience in Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or STEM-related field with an emphasis on Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE).

3+ years of experience in:

Publishing cryptography research in peer-reviewed conferences or journals.

Building FHE applications with at least one FHE library.

Understanding lattice-based cryptography.

Working with SIMD (Single Instruction, Multiple Data) architecture and programming.

Preferred Qualifications:

Currently pursuing a PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field with an emphasis on Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE).

Proficiency in software development.

Inside this Business Group
Intel Labs is the company's world-class, industry leading research organization, responsible for driving Intel's technology pipeline and creating new opportunities. The mission of Intel Labs is to deliver breakthrough technologies to fuel Intel's growth. This includes identifying and exploring compelling new technologies and high risk opportunities ahead of business unit investment and demonstrating first-to-market technologies and innovative new usages for computing technology. Intel Labs engages the leading thinkers in academia and industry in addition to partnering closely with Intel business units.


Posting Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.
Benefits
We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock, bonuses, as well as, benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find more information about all of our Amazing Benefits here.



Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US $161,230.00-$227,620.00
*Salary range dependent on a number of factors including location and experience


Working Model
This role is available as a fully home-based and generally would require you to attend Intel sites only occasionally based on business need. This role may also be available as our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.