Senior Software Engineer - Confidential Computing & Runtime Security (Eindhoven)

Fortanix; Eindhoven; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity package

Volunteer Time Off (40 hours)

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Fortanix is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to shape the Runtime Encryption platform. You will develop tools, SDKs, and secure environments across the stack, collaborating with a small, expert team to push the boundaries of confidential computing.

You’ll work on low-level software in a hybrid Eindhoven setting, contributing to secure computing technologies used globally to protect data in use, at rest, and in transit.

Qualifications

• Experience in systems programming, especially on low-level software.
• Proficiency with Rust and C/C++ for secure, high-performance code.
• Understanding of Linux kernel and OS fundamentals.
• Ability to work in a small, highly collaborative team.
• 3–5 years hands-on experience with C/C++ or Rust.

Responsibilities

• Develop tools and SDKs for confidential computing platforms.
• Support Fortanix teams in using internal confidential computing tools.
• Design, implement high-quality software meeting security and performance standards.
• Investigate and resolve complex issues across application, runtime, kernel and platform layers.
• Stay current with trends in security and confidential computing.
• Conduct code reviews and maintain high code quality.
• Drive adoption of new tools and processes to boost efficiency and quality.

Skills

Systems programming

Rust

C/C++

Linux fundamentals

Collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor or Master in Computer Science or Information Security

Tools

CI/CD

Open-source contributions

Virtualization

Job description

About Fortanix:

In today's world, where data spreads across various clouds and devices, traditional security measuresaren'tenough. Businesses need a dynamic approach to defend against constant cyber threats and ensure agile data security.Fortanixleads the way in data-centric cybersecurity for hybridmulticloudenvironments, using advanced cryptography, encryption, and confidential AI solutions.

As data breaches become more frequent and traditional defenses fall short, we focus on data exposure management to keep your information safe. Our unified data security platform addresses vulnerabilities in hybridmulticloudenvironments, defends against threats, and makes it easier to discover, assess, and fix data exposure risks. Whether implementing a Zero Trust model orpreparing forthe post-quantum computing era, we help businesses worldwide protect their most sensitive data, wherever it is.

Our commitment to solving the world’s toughest data security challenges has earnedFortanixmultiple Cybersecurity Excellence and Innovation Awards, as well as recognition from industry giants such as Nvidia, Microsoft, Intel, ServiceNow, and Snowflake.

Our team includes industry leaders and cryptography experts, creating a culture of trust,innovationand collaboration where every voice is valued. Recognized as a Great Place to Work,we'relooking for passionate individuals to help us shape the future of data security and work towards a safer digital future.

At the intersection of systems engineering, security, and cryptography,we'rebuilding technology that helps organizations protect their most sensitive data—even whileit'sactively being processed. Ifyou'repassionate about low-level software, secure systems, and solving complex technical challenges, this is an opportunity to work on some of the most advanced security problems in the industry.

As a Senior Software Engineer on our Runtime Encryption team,you'llhelp shape the future of confidential computing by developing the tools, SDKs, and platform capabilities that enable secure execution environments.You'llwork across the software stack—from applications and runtimes down to the operating system and hardware layers—while collaborating with a team of engineers pushing the boundaries of data protection.

This role offers the chance to work oncutting-edgetechnologies that protect data in use, at rest, and in transit, while contributing to products used by organizations around the world to secure their most critical workloads.

Location

We strongly prefer candidates who are within commuting distance of our Eindhoven, Netherlands office and are excited to work in a hybrid environment. For exceptional candidates with deep domainexpertisein confidential computing, systems security, or low-level software engineering, remote work may be considered.

What you’ll do (Duties and Responsibilities):

• Develop tools and SDKs for confidential computing platforms.
• Support other teams withinFortanixto use tools related to confidential computing platforms developed internally
• Design, develop, and implement high-quality software solutions that meet security and performance standards.
• Investigate and resolve complex issues spanning application, runtime, kernel, and platform layers.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends in security and confidential computing.
• Conduct code reviews, ensure best practices in software development, andmaintainhigh standardsof code quality.
• Drive the adoption of new tools, methodologies, and processes to improve development efficiency and product quality.

What you’ll need (Basic Qualifications)

• A passion for systems programming and low-level software development, particularly in x86-based environments.
• Strong software engineering fundamentals and an appreciation for modern programming languages and abstractions, particularly Rust.
• Solidunderstanding of Linux kernel and operating system fundamentals.
• A desire to work within a small, highly collaborative team and help grow its technicalexpertiseand impact.
• At least 3-5 years of hands-on experience with C/C++ or Rust
• Bachelor orMaster in Computer Science, Information Security or related field
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively.
• Strong communicationand interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts.

Preferred Technical And Professional Expertise

• Experience with trusted execution environments or confidential computing technologies.
• Knowledge of rustcompiler, virtualization, or cloud infrastructure.
• Familiarity with low-level security concepts, attack mitigations, and secure systems design, along with a desire to deepenexpertisein these areas.
• Knowledge of software development tools and methodologies, including CI/CD, Agile, and DevOps.
• Contributions to open-source projects.

• We offer a competitive salary and equity package
• 40 hours of Volunteer Time Off/year
• The opportunity to redefine cloud computing in a friendly, collaborative work environment.

Fortanix is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace with equal opportunity for all applicants and teammates. Our goal is to recruit the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other status.