Software Developer - Linux Systems

ECM Selection Limited
Cambridge, UK
1 day ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Compensation
£75,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

X86-64 Public-Key Cryptography Computer Programming Software Debugging Linux Linux Kernel Security Software TCP/IP Computer Network Technologies Yocto Information Technology

Job description

Come work on system level security software for Linux, from hardened hypervisors and network stacks to public key encryption and endpoint security. You will be working in a product development team alongside other bright and likeminded people. The team is responsible for designing and developing new features for a range of products as well as providing support and maintenance for existing code.

Working in security means being at the cutting edge of technology. As new technologies are invented their security implications need assessing and adapting too, not to mention threat actors are using new methods in their attacks all the time. This environment requires an inquisitive and responsive approach to new ideas and new threats and an ability to iterate and evolve designs rapidly in order to keep the digital world secure.

Requirements

  • Strong C and C++ programming skills
  • In depth networking knowledge, especially TCP/IP
  • Experience debugging complex system problems in Linux
  • A top Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

While not required, additional knowledge of Linux kernel development, Yocto, Linux window management, the x86-64 architecture, or Trusted Platform Modules (TPM) would be beneficial.

Benefits & conditions

Situated in brand-new offices near the city centre this productive and well-managed team reap the benefits of being part of a large and successful company with a comprehensive benefits package. On offer beyond the excellent salary is a flexible 37.5-hour work week with options for partial home working, a matching contribution pension scheme and enhanced parental leave amongst other benefits.

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