Senior Systems Software Engineer — Cybersecurity & Kernel

Nightwing; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm specializing in cybersecurity is seeking a talented software developer to join their commercial product team. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in C/C++ and bash scripting, along with a solid understanding of OS internals, particularly Linux. Responsibilities include securing systems at the lowest levels. U.S. Citizenship is required as applicants must obtain a Secret government security clearance. The firm promotes a dynamic work environment focusing on technical excellence and creativity.

Qualifications

• Experience with C/C++ development.
• Experience with bash scripting.
• Knowledge of OS internals, particularly Linux.

Responsibilities

• Develop software for the commercial product team.
• Secure systems at the lowest levels.

Skills

C/C++ development

Bash scripting

Knowledge of OS internals (Linux)

System and application debugging

Familiarity with assembly (x86, x86_64)

Leading and delivering software products

Kernel/Driver development

Build systems (Make, CMake, etc.)

Concurrency and parallelism concepts

Job description

A technology firm specializing in cybersecurity is seeking a talented software developer to join their commercial product team. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in C/C++ and bash scripting, along with a solid understanding of OS internals, particularly Linux. Responsibilities include securing systems at the lowest levels. U.S. Citizenship is required as applicants must obtain a Secret government security clearance. The firm promotes a dynamic work environment focusing on technical excellence and creativity.