Senior Software Engineer 2 - Windows Cybersecurity C++

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Cybersecurity • SaaS

Sophos is a leading cybersecurity company that specializes in protecting businesses against advanced cyber threats. The company offers a comprehensive suite of security solutions, including endpoint protection, managed detection and response (MDR), network security, and cloud security. With a prevention-first approach, Sophos aims to stop ransomware and other cyber threats before they cause harm. Sophos provides services such as threat research, security training, and operational support to ensure robust defense against cyberattacks. Their solutions cater to various industries including finance, healthcare, government, manufacturing, and retail. The Sophos Central platform delivers centralized security management, integrating seamlessly with existing IT infrastructure to enhance security posture.

1001 - 5000 employees

Founded 1985

🔒 Cybersecurity

☁️ SaaS

💰 Post-IPO Equity on 2021-08

📋 Description

•Sophos is a global leader and innovator of advanced security solutions for defeating cyberattacks. •We’re looking for a Senior Software Engineer 2 with deep expertise in Windows internals and low-level development to join the team. •This high-performance software captures and analyzes malicious behavior and endpoint activity, delivering rich telemetry for real-time threat detection in the cloud. •You’ll work closely with engineers, researchers, and security experts to build new capabilities for our Windows agent, spanning both user-mode and kernel-mode.

🎯 Requirements

•Minimum of 5 years of experience in modern C++ •Minimum of 2 years of experience in Windows kernels and internals •Deep understanding of object-oriented design •Hands-on experience with Windows kernel driver development •Strong debugging skills and experience with crash dump analysis •Solid knowledge of Windows internals: •File systems, memory/process/thread management, networking stack •Event Tracing (ETW), hooking, or instrumentation •Familiarity with x86/x64 Assembly •Experience with any of: Winsock, WSK, Win32, microkernels, nanokernels •BS in Computer Science or equivalent experience

🏖️ Benefits

•Sophos operates a remote-first working model, making remote work the primary option for most employees. •Our people – we innovate and create, all of which are accompanied by a great sense of fun and team spirit •Employee-led diversity and inclusion networks that build community and provide education and advocacy •Annual charity and fundraising initiatives and volunteer days for employees to support local communities •Global employee sustainability initiatives to reduce our environmental footprint •Global fitness and trivia competitions to keep our bodies and minds sharp •Global wellbeing days for employees to relax and recharge •Monthly wellbeing webinars and training to support employee health and wellbeing