Software Engineer

Thales; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 103,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Thales in Austin, TX is seeking a Software Engineer to design and implement cross-platform kernel software focused on file systems and storage. You’ll work with developers, QA, and product managers across the SDLC to deliver features for Windows-related environments and cloud security.

The role requires strong C/C++ and GO, plus experience with Docker/Kubernetes, virtualization, and multi-processor architectures. A Bachelor's degree plus relevant experience is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in field with 1-4+ years of relevant work experience or Master’s degree in field with 0-2+ years of relevant work experience
• Experience in designing/implementing and debugging software in multi-processor machine architectures
• Experience in clustering and distributed file systems design is highly desirable
• Knowledge of virtualization - VM and Hypervisor system design and Docker/containers
• Expert troubleshooting and debugging skills
• Experience with Kubernetes
• Strong C/C++ and GO
• Familiarity with Agile software development processes
• Knowledgeable with Intel/AMD 64-bit architectures

Responsibilities

• Research, design and implement cross-platform kernel software, mainly at the file system and storage layers.
• Design code with emphasis on performance and correctness.
• Collaborate with US project managers to understand customer requirements and write design specifications.
• Work with support and compatibility teams to resolve customer escalations.
• Attend North America customer calls to collect logs and provide timely updates.
• Develop unit tests and work with system test to troubleshoot defects.
• Use Linux toolchain in user space and kernel for FUSE-based file system code.
• Write functional specs in Confluence and participate in design reviews.

Skills

C/C++

GO

Kubernetes

Linux

Debugging

Agile

Docker

Education

Bachelor’s degree (CS/EE/Math/Engineering)

Master’s degree with 0-2+ years

Tools

FUSE (Linux Userspace Filesystem)

Job description

Location: Austin, United States of America

Position Summary

As a member of a dynamic engineering team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to and influence the design of new features, keep updated of new features distributed in major new releases of Windows operating systems and work in the area of file systems, clustering, security and solution for cloud security. The Software Engineer will build and implement new features and maintain existing features in CTE product. This position with other Developers, QA engineers, support engineers and Product Managers throughout the software development life cycle.

Essential Functions

• Research, design and implement cross-platform kernel software, mostly at the file system and storage level layers.
• Design code with special attention to performance and correctness.
• Collaborate with the project managers in US to understand the customer requirements and use cases. Work with architects to expand the requirement and write the design/functional specifications.
• Work with support and compatibility teams to solve customer escalations.
• Attend North America customer calls to understand customer configuration, collect relevant technical logs, analyze them and provide the solution in timely manner. Provide the necessary timely updates to customer on escalation progress.
• Develop unit tests and ensure quality of the product; required to work with the system test team to define test plans, troubleshoot and resolve software defects.
• The candidate must be able to use the Linux tool chain both in user space and in the kernel in order to debug issues and develop code for FUSE based file system code.
• The candidate must be able to write functional specs using confluence and wiki tools, participate in review meetings, and be able to quickly prototype to evaluate feasibility.
• They will use debuggers to determine the root cause of issues in code they or other team members have written to improve the product quality.
• On occasion, the candidate will help triage customer reported defects, either working with the customer directly, or through the support organization.
• The candidate must be very transparent and communicative in their work, as the team comprises QA, Documentation, and support organizations.
• The candidate participates in daily huddles as the team uses SAFe Agile for planning and progress discussions and work individually or in a group setting with their peers on the assigned tasks and stories.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in field with a minimum of 1-4+ years of relevant work experience or Master’s degree in field with 0-2+ years of relevant work experience (e.g., Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or Engineering)
• Experience in designing/implementing and debugging software in multi-processor machine architectures
• Experience in clustering and distributed file systems design is highly desirable
• Knowledge of virtualization - virtual machine (VM) and Hypervisor system design and Docker/containers
• Strong C/C++ and GO
• Expert troubleshooting and debugging skills
• Experience with Kubernetes
• Knowledge and passion for Agile software development, solid software engineering practices, release processes and project life cycles
• Knowledgeable with the Intel/AMD 64-bit architectures

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree a plus in one of the disciplines listed above, ie Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or Engineering)
• Experience with the implementation of Linux Userspace Filesystem Framework (FUSE), system calls and vector table
• Performance engineering
• Familiarity with AWS and Azure IaaS environments
• Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written
• Must be able to write clear functional specifications and design documents and engage with customers on technical discussions
• Self-directed; requires minimal supervision on work products
• Strong team player
• Willingness to proactively interact with the team and achieve results in a dynamic environment

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer at the time of hire. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or for assuming sponsorship of an employment visa now or in the future.

Why Join Us?

Thales champions inclusion and we believe diversity strengthens the fabric of our culture. Thales is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

If you need an accommodation or assistance in order to apply for a position with Thales, please contact us at [e-mail].

The reference Total Target Compensation (TTC) market range for this position, inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target, is between

Total Target Cash (TTC) 103,365.12 - 177,744.00 USD Annual

This reflects how companies in a similar industry and geographic region generally pay for similar jobs. This range helps the Company make pay decisions as one data point among many. Where a position falls within this range is also dependent on other factors including - but not limited to - the employee’s career path history, competencies, skills and performance, as well as the company’s annual salary budget, the customer’s program requirements, and the company’s internal equity. Thales may offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s status protected by local, state, or federal law.

Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:

• Elective Health, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Whole Group Life w/LTC, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Plan, Identity Theft, and Pet Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan after 30 days of employment with a company contribution and a match, and with no vesting period
• Company paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Company provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and Well-being Program