Senior Software Engineer (C++, Linux)
OPSWAT
OPSWAT, a global leader in IT, OT, and ICS critical infrastructure cybersecurity, delivers an end-to-end platform that gives public and private sector organizations and enterprises the critical advantage needed to protect their complex networks, secure their devices, and ensure compliance. Over the last 20 years our commitment to innovative technology has earned the trust of more than 1,700 organizations, governments, and institutions globally, solidifying our role in protecting the world’s critical infrastructure and securing our way of life.
The Position
As a specialized cybersecurity solution, MetaDefender Kiosk is designed to rigorously manage and fortify the secure flow of data originating from diverse removable media devices, such as USB drives, CDs/DVDs, SD cards, and floppy disks, into an organization's network. Its criticality is amplified in demanding critical infrastructure (OT/ICS) environments, characterized by air-gapped networks and strict regulatory compliance requirements that demand precise control over data movement and media usage.
We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer with strong expertise in C++ to join our engineering team. In this role, you will design, develop, and optimize high-performance applications running on Windows/Linux platforms. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, secure, and scalable software that powers our mission-critical products.
What You Will be Doing
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Core Development: Design, implement, and maintain software components using modern C++ (C++11/14/17 or later) on Windows/Linux platforms.
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Innovative Solutions: Engage in research and rapid prototyping to validate innovative solutions, ensuring our product remains at the forefront of the industry.
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Ownership and Collaboration: Drive end-to-end delivery of major product features, from conception through release, while working closely with Product Management to align with business requirements.
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Code Quality: Participate actively in peer code reviews, contributing to maintaining high code quality standards within the team.
What We Need from You
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Proven experience in C++ programming with a strong track record of delivering production-quality software.
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Experience in Linux system development, including system calls, multithreading, inter-process communication, and performance optimization.
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Strong foundation in object-oriented design and concurrent programming for building scalable, high-performance applications.
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Excellent skills in debugging, troubleshooting, and performance profiling using Linux tools (e.g., gdb, Valgrind, perf, strace).
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Solid understanding of software engineering best practices including code reviews, unit testing, and version control.
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Effective communication skills (verbal and written) to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
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Self-driven, proactive, and adaptable, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
It Would be Nice if You Had
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Experience with Agile / Scrum working environment.
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Experience with Git, Bitbucket, Jira, Confluence, TeamCity
OPSWAT is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are extended to all employees and applicants, free of discrimination and harassment of any type. All employment decisions are based on individual qualifications, job requirements, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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