Software Engineer (C++)

Netwrix Corporation; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Netwrix Corporation as a Software Engineer to enhance and develop features for cutting-edge IT auditing and risk assessment platforms. This role requires strong C++ expertise and offers an opportunity to work on innovative security solutions in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Continuous Learning and Development Opportunities

Team-Oriented, Collaborative, and Innovative Work Environment

Regular Company Town Halls

Opportunities for Career Growth and Advancement

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience in C++ development.
• Strong knowledge of object-oriented programming.
• Experience with software development methodologies like Agile and Scrum.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain features for Microsoft platforms.
• Implement and maintain C++ modules responsible for the product backend.
• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks.

Skills

C++

Object-oriented programming

Multithreading

Effective algorithms

Data structures

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Tools

MS Visual Studio

Job description

At Netwrix, our mission is to revolutionize data security by placing identity at the core - providing unparalleled visibility and control. Engineered and supported by over 900 highly talented, motivated employees and hundreds of trusted partners in nearly every geography, Netwrix solutions are relied upon daily by security professionals across more than 13,500 organizations in over 100 countries around the world.

Over the past two decades, Netwrix has expanded its market presence through innovation, organic growth, and strategic acquisitions, and are proud to be backed by renowned private equity firms, TA Associates and Centerbridge Partners. Netwrix maintains a global presence, fostering a remote-first work environment while encouraging and facilitating frequent face-to-face interaction with colleagues, customers, and partners.

Position Overview

We’re building a next-generation IT auditing and risk assessment platform that helps organizations monitor, analyze, and report on user activity, system changes, and data access. With real-time alerts, detailed audit trails, and automated responses, we enable enterprises to reduce risk, support compliance, and strengthen governance.

At the heart of our approach is identity. By placing identity at the core of security, we provide unmatched visibility and control. We’re also integrating agentic AI assistants that allow teams to interact with complex security data using natural language—streamlining how they assess access risks and data exposure.

We’re looking for an experienced Software Engineer with strong C++ expertise to help expand and enhance our platform. You'll design, develop, and maintain features for Microsoft platforms—including Windows and Microsoft 365—while evolving a mature codebase and contributing to new innovations.

If you're detail-oriented, collaborative, and passionate about building high-impact security tools, you’ll thrive here. Join us and help reimagine the future of enterprise data protection.

Key Responsibilities

• Use modern C++ and the Windows development stack to build robust and efficient software components.
• Implement and maintain C++ modules responsible for the backend of the product, including the core components.
• Research, analyze and reverse-engineer the behavior of Windows components to determine how to reliably collect audit data.
• Gain a thorough understanding of the current code base.
• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks in data collection and processing workflows to ensure scalability and low resource usage.
• Leverage multithreading and parallel processing to efficiently collect and handle large volumes of event data.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following the industry’s best practices such as code reviews, unit testing, integration and acceptance testing.
• Work closely with other software engineers, Product Management, and other development teams to ensure the feature’s completeness and reliability.
• Participation in all stages of development, from gathering requirements to maintenance.
• Continuously explore new technologies and methodologies relevant to Windows internals, security auditing and compliance.
• Provide strategic insights into the continuous improvement of solutions and processes.
• Contribute to Windows-based UI Development (when needed)
• Ensure that all developed components comply with security and privacy requirements relevant to enterprise environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, or equivalent work experience
• At least 4 years of experience in C++ development with the active use of modern standards
• At least 2 years of Windows software development in C++
• Strong knowledge of object-oriented programming
• Proficiency with effective algorithms and data structures
• Experience with multithreading and distributed calculations
• Familiarity with the Windows development stack and up-to-date MS Visual Studio
• Understanding of widely used software development practices, such as: Unit tests, Integrational tests, Code review, CI/CD
• Experience with software development methodologies like Agile and Scrum
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, essential for fostering a collaborative team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with MS SQL, Active Directory, and other technologies from Microsoft
• Experience with WIX installers, including creating MSI packages, custom actions, and UI dialogs
• Solid foundational understanding of Windows internals
• Familiarity with COM, and experience in using ATL, WTL
• Proficiency in C# programming
• Work experience in the cybersecurity industry

Our Values

At Netwrix, our values guide every action:

• Next-Level Customer Focus -Customers first, always. We listen, protect, and go the extra mile— because their success is our mission.
• Excellence - We set high standards and take pride in delivering exceptional results. We celebrate wins, seek constant improvement, and address shortcomings professionally.
• Transparent Ownership - We celebrate our successes, own up to our mistakes, communicate openly, and face challenges head-on with a genuine commitment to doing the right thing.
• Winning with Clear Thinking - We value clarity, find straightforward solutions to complex problems, and make swift, effective decisions.
• Relentless Innovation - We continually seek better ways to serve our customers and stay ahead. We foster creative thinking, and we embrace new approaches.
• Industry-Leading Expertise - We take pride in our expertise and continuously seek to learn and share knowledge, striving to be the trusted experts our customers rely on.
• eXceptional Together - We believe in the power of collaboration and diverse perspectives. By valuing each other’s strengths, we achieve outcomes that surpass individual contributions.

Join us in a culture where integrity, respect, and hard work are foundational. Be part of a team dedicated to making a lasting impact.

Why You’ll Love Working at Netwrix

• Continuous Learning and Development Opportunities
• Team-Oriented, Collaborative, and Innovative Work Environment
• Regular Company Town Halls to Keep You Informed
• Opportunities for Career Growth and Advancement

We pride ourselves on a culture that truly values employee input across various backgrounds and experiences. We look forward to welcoming new talent who can help us further our mission.

Netwrix Corporation and its wholly owned subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers (EEO) and welcome all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Please let us know if you require any accommodation.