Developer Intern, Data Security

1Password

. Contribute to the underlying cryptography across 1Password products .

Posted 10/22/2026internshipRemote • United States, CanadaEntry LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cryptographic algorithms and their implementation within client applications, with a strong focus on security, performance, and usability. Collaborates effectively within a small team of security developers, utilizing Rust and Golang to enhance cryptographic standards and hygiene.

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Cryptographic AlgorithmsRust ProgrammingGolang ProgrammingCode ReviewsCollaboration

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Hard Skills

Cryptographic LibrariesProof-of-Concept DevelopmentAlgorithm ImplementationSecurity StandardsCode Hygiene

Soft Skills

CuriosityWillingness to LearnTeam CollaborationProblem-Solving

Industry Keywords

FIDOW3CISONISTOIDFPasskeysPost Quantum Algorithms

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

RustGo

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute to the underlying cryptography across 1Password products
Build cryptographic libraries and implement current algorithms directly into client applications
Consider security, performance, and usability in implementations
Develop proof-of-concepts
Implement new industry specifications into code
Conduct code and design reviews
Help ensure cryptographic hygiene and standards across the codebase
Collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Work as part of a small team of security developers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled at an educational institution (e.g. college, university, bootcamp)
Must live in and be legally authorized to work in the United States or Canada
Must already be legally authorized to work in the listed countries; 1Password does not offer work authorization, relocation assistance, sponsorship, or visa transfer
Passion for modern cryptographic algorithms and willingness to learn real-world applications
Ability to work within a small team of security developers specializing in Rust and Golang security
Willingness to take on new challenges and see them through to completion
Willingness to ask questions, learn from mistakes, and seek feedback
Curiosity and interest in improving existing approaches
Bonus: experience working with standards bodies such as FIDO, W3C, ISO, NIST, or OIDF
Bonus: experience with emerging industry standards and technologies such as Passkeys or Post Quantum Algorithms
Bonus: experience with Rust and/or Golang, or demonstrated ability to learn new languages quickly
Successful applicants must complete a background check

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous PTO policy - 2.08 days per month (1.5 work weeks per 4 month term)
Company-wide wellness days (1 per quarter)
Employee-led inclusion and belonging programs and ERGs
Remote-first environment
Peer-to-peer recognition through Bonusly
1Password University access and learning sessions
Monthly internship events and socials
Travel for in-person engagement, including annual department-wide offsites, team meetings, and customer/industry events