Senior Software Engineer, Core (C++)

United States Digital Space LLC; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HP Wolf Security in Cambridge, UK, seeks a Senior Software Engineer, Core (C++), to design and develop our security solution based on micro-virtualization. You will work in a small team to ensure Windows applications run inside micro-VMs securely and efficiently.

The role offers a hybrid working arrangement with onsite presence three days per week, a modern site, and opportunities for career development within a cutting-edge security platform.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field required.
• Programming experience in C or C++ required.
• Experience with development on the Windows platform required.

Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining core features of an enterprise class product deployed on millions of desktops.
• Improving reliability and performance of the product.
• Writing unit tests and automated tests.
• Working in a fast-paced environment that iterates and evolves rapidly.

Skills

C/C++

Windows development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

.NET

PowerShell

Job description

Senior Software Engineer, Core (C++)

HP Wolf Security is changing the future of endpoint security through delivering secure PCs with advanced hardware-enforced security features. We are growing the R&D team in Cambridge, UK and we’re looking for an experienced software developer to join the HP Wolf Security R&D team. You will be designing and developing our innovative security solution based on micro-virtualization and contributing to new features and products. To see what our engineering teams are working on, check out our technical blogs: https://threatresearch.ext.hp.com/blog.

You will be working on solving some challenging problems in letting our customers get the most out of our nifty yet secure micro-virtual machines (micro-VMs). You will be working in a small team which is responsible for ensuring that complex Windows applications run seamlessly inside these micro-VMs.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package and career development opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining core features of an enterprise class product that's deployed on millions of desktops
• Improving reliability and performance of the product
• Writing unit tests and automated tests
• Working in a fast-paced environment that iterates and evolves rapidly

Requirements

• Programming experience in C or C++
• Experience with development on the Windows platform
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related technical field or equivalent

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with .NET and PowerShell

Location and Working Model

This role is based in HP’s Cambridge office under a hybrid working arrangement, with a minimum requirement to be onsite three days per week. As a people‑focused senior role, regular in‑person collaboration is encouraged.

HP has invested in a new, modern site, including ergonomic workspaces and well stocked kitchen facilities that include a wide selection of coffee.

About you

You’re out to reimagine and reinvent what’s possible – in your career as well as the world around you. We love taking on tough challenges, disrupting the status quo, and creating what’s next. We’re looking for talented people who are inspired by big challenges, driven to learn and grow, and dedicated to making a meaningful difference.

Why join HP Wolf Security

HP Wolf Security is central to HP’s strategy in the PC market, with security designed into hardware, firmware, and software. This integrated approach enables HP to differentiate through built‑in, enterprise‑grade protection and manageability. This role sits at the heart of that strategy, helping deliver the tools that allow customers to deploy, manage, and trust secure PCs at scale.

The primary focus of the HP Wolf Security team is developing cyber security solutions to protect our customers' devices and data. The digital threat landscape is ever-changing and as the cyber security industry reacts and adapts to changes, so do the malware authors. Our unique micro‑virtualization technology ensures that customers are protected from even the most bleeding‑edge cyber security threats. That micro‑virtualization technology forms a key pillar in a wider cyber security suite that we’re actively developing.

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