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# Sr. Software Engineer

- **Company:** Red Hat
- **Location:** Raleigh, NC, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, User Authentication, Continuous Integration, Human-Computer Interaction, Python (Programming Language), OpenShift, Public Key Infrastructure, Systems Development Life Cycle, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Smart Cards, Fedora
- **Published:** July 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://portal.procomservices.com/jobs?jobId=c8e6f511-1d67-4cfc-8baa-d9ff7db7cbd8

## About the Role

* Advanced capability in Java and/or Rust (specifically for system-level modernization).
 * Proficiency in Python.
 * Deep understanding of PKI, certificate life cycles, and hardware-based authentication (Smart Cards/HSMs).
 * Proficiency in Fedora, RHEL, OpenShift.
 * Familiarity with AI-assisted SDLC and PQC standards.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

 * Experience with CI/CD pipeline development.
 * Engagement with IETF or similar standards groups.
 * Knowledge of modern UI development.
 * Experience in managing scalable testing environments.

## Description

We are seeking a highly specialized Software Engineer for a long-term contract engagement focusing on the modernization of the Red Hat Certificate System (RHCS). The primary objective is to enhance certificate enrollment protocols and integrate Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) support for hardware tokens and smart cards., * Take existing applications that are costly and burdensome to maintain and convert them into applications that enhance and extend our core product.

 * Design and stand up a highly scalable testing environment with rapidly deployable CI/CD pipelines. Build out comprehensive test procedures that validate end-user operations.
 * Actively engage with the IETF and other standards groups. Ensure certificate enrollment protocol stays current with existing standards and aligns with emerging ones.
 * Modernize the protocols accordingly, and implement Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) support for smart cards and hardware tokens.
 * Develop and deploy a modernized User Interface for the Red Hat Certificate System.
 * Execute deep-level engineering tasks in Java, Rust, and C, ensuring compatibility with RHEL and OpenShift environments.


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