Senior Engineer 2 – Sensor, Core Windows

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California, +2 more states.

📋 Description

• Design, develop, and take ownership of kernel-mode and lower-level system software components for the Windows sensor, from initial design to delivery and production validation.

• Collaborate on the architecture and technical strategy for endpoint detection and response (EDR) capabilities.

• Create software with cross-platform deliverables in partnership with engineers from Linux and macOS.

• Lead design reviews and conduct thorough code reviews that elevate the team's standards.

• Analyze and resolve intricate production issues and customer escalations, including crashes, hangs, and performance regressions.

• Enhance the testing infrastructure and tools that ensure the reliability of kernel-mode code as it progresses.

• Mentor fellow engineers and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams across various locations.

⛳️ Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of C/C++ as well as Windows kernel and driver development, including minifilter drivers, kernel callbacks, and kernel/user-mode communication.

• Strong understanding of low-level Windows OS internals, such as processes and threads, memory management, the I/O subsystem, and the security model.

• Experience in debugging issues related to memory corruption, deadlocks, resource contention, and system performance, including crash dump analysis using WinDbg.

• Proven track record of shipping significant features and releases as part of a team.

• Capable of leading, mentoring, communicating, and working effectively in a distributed team environment.

• Willingness to travel occasionally for team offsite events and in-person collaboration.

• Demonstrated experience in utilizing AI technologies to improve decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, enhance efficiency, and drive business outcomes.

• Familiarity with Windows Filtering Platform (WFP), Event Tracing for Windows (ETW), or other kernel-mode telemetry sources.

• Background in endpoint security, EDR, or anti-tamper technologies.

• Strong foundation in scalable, lightweight, and high-performance systems.

• Experience with low-level OS internals on macOS or Linux.

• Familiar with Agile development methodologies.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation and equity awards, recognized as a market leader.

• Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs.

• Generous vacation and holiday policies for relaxation and rejuvenation.

• Paid parental and adoption leave benefits.

• Opportunities for professional development available to all employees, regardless of their level or role.

• Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to foster connections.

• A vibrant office culture supported by world-class amenities.

• Performance bonuses.

• Equity grants.

• Health insurance coverage.

• 401k retirement plan.

• Paid time off.