Research Software Engineer - Cyber Security

Research Software Engineer - Cyber Security (3 Year FTC)
Newbury RG14 
£32,236 - £39,609 PA

3 Year Fixed Term Contract

We are seeking a full-time Software Engineer to work on an exciting new collaborative cyber security concept with the Advanced e-Infrastructure and Cloud Computing research group at the University of Oxford.

The project builds on previous research within the group to create “Trusted Cloud”, a cryptographically secure cloud computing concept that aims to make data breaches a thing of the past. You will be responsible for leading the development and documentation of the project, in all its phases. The role will include carrying out research into the technical building blocks of the proposed product chain including Intel SGX, Openstack and Trusted Platform technologies, as well as the market landscapes to allow a detailed design phase to proceed.

You should possess a relevant PhD/DPhil (or be near completion) or equivalent experience with the possibility to underfill at Grade 6 (£28,660 - £31,302 p.a.) if you hold a relevant Degree/Masters and are working on PhD/DPhil together with relevant experience. 

Experience in Python, Windows and Linux development, a knowledge of trusted computing and an understanding of distributed systems, is highly desirable. You will be leading a significant project so must be willing to present that project commercially and academically.

You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting statement, including a brief statement of research interests (describing how past experience and future plans fit with the advertised position), CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application.

Only online applications received before 12.00 midday on 14 November 2018 can be considered.

You may have worked in the following capacities:
Python Software Programmer, PHD Computer Scientist, Python Software Developer, Python Programmer, Cyber Security Software Engineer.


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