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Are you excited about cybersecurity and curious about how future‑proof cryptography can be implemented on highly resource‑constrained devices? We are now looking for a Master’s Thesis Student to research Post‑Quantum Cryptography (PQC) in ARM‑based embedded environments.

This thesis position offers you a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of embedded engineering and cybersecurity, contributing to future solutions that keep our products secure in a quantum‑ready world.

What you’ll do

As a Master’s Thesis Student, you will focus on researching and evaluating Post‑Quantum Cryptography for ARM‑based embedded environments with strict memory and performance limitations. Your work will include:

• Evaluating PQC algorithms and libraries for ARM‑based embedded systems

• Assessing algorithm suitability for resource‑constrained devices

• Developing prototypes and running performance benchmarks

• Collaborating with embedded systems and cybersecurity experts

• Documenting findings and presenting results internally

What you’ll bring

• Strong interest in cybersecurity and post‑quantum cryptography

• Solid programming skills (C/C++; Python is a plus)

• Understanding of ARM‑based embedded systems and their limitations

• Ability to analyze and optimize algorithms for constrained environments

• Excellent problem‑solving and documentation skills

• Fluency in English (written and spoken)

• Curiosity for emerging technologies and ability to apply them in practice.

Desired skills and key words:

• Experience with ARM architecture and embedded development

• Familiarity with cryptographic libraries and security solutions, especially PQC

• Knowledge of embedded debugging tools and techniques.

What you'll get

• Opportunity to work on a highly topical and future‑relevant research area

• Support from experienced embedded systems and cybersecurity professionals

• Access to development environments, tools, and hardware needed

• A chance to influence real product‑related development

• A friendly, collaborative, and knowledgeable team

• Fixed compensation (details to be agreed with the candidate).

Are you the person we are looking for?

For more information about the position, please contact our Chief Cybersecurity Specialist Harri Ahola (+358 40 3170 253) He is happy to answer questions related to the position on Wednesday, February 11 from 9:00 to 10:00 am or 2.30 to 3.30 pm EET.

We look forward to receiving your application by February 15th, but please note that the position will be filled as soon as the right candidate is found.