Sr Applied Scientist, Amazon Cryptographic Libraries

The Amazon Cryptographic Libraries(ACL) team builds the cryptography that AWS services and a growing open-source community depend on, including AWS-LC, our FIPS-validated open-source cryptographic library. Basic qualifications: - PhD or equivalent research experience, or a PhD and experience in patents or publications at top-tier peer-reviewed conferences or journals - Experience programming in Rust, Java, C, C++, Python or related language - Experience in any of the following areas: formal verification, interactive theorem proving, deductive verification, cryptography or mathematical logic Preferred: - Hands-on experience with automatic or interactive program verification tools, such as HOL Light, CBMC, Verus, or Lean. - Experience specifying or verifying low-level software (machine code or assembly) - Familiarity with cryptographic primitives and their implementation - Low-level or systems programming experience in Rust, C or assembly - Familiarity with post-quantum cryptography (lattice-based, code-based, or hash-based schemes) Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits . USA, WA, Seattle - 167,100.00 - 226,100.00 USD annually