Senior Software Engineer (C++, Windows & Network)

About Us

Sophos is a global leader and innovator of advanced security solutions that defeat cyberattacks, including Managed Detection and Response (MDR) and incident response services and a broad portfolio of endpoint, network, email, and cloud security technologies. As one of the largest pure-play cybersecurity providers, Sophos defends more than 600,000 organizations and more than 100 million users worldwide from active adversaries, ransomware, phishing, malware, and more. Sophos’ services and products connect through the Sophos Central management console and are powered by Sophos X-Ops, the company’s cross-domain threat intelligence unit. Sophos X-Ops intelligence optimizes the entire Sophos Adaptive Cybersecurity Ecosystem, which includes a centralized data lake that leverages a rich set of open APIs available to customers, partners, developers, and other cybersecurity and information technology vendors. Sophos provides cybersecurity-as-a-service to organizations needing fully managed security solutions. Customers can also manage their cybersecurity directly with Sophos’ security operations platform or use a hybrid approach by supplementing their in-house teams with Sophos’ services, including threat hunting and remediation. Sophos sells through reseller partners and managed service providers (MSPs) worldwide. Sophos is headquartered in Oxford, U.K. More information is available at www.sophos.com.

Role Summary 

Remote Access is one of the prominent features of Sophos Firewall, and we pride ourselves on using the latest technologies to build lightning-fast and highly scalable software that enables secure remote access for millions of users. The Sophos Remote Access solution has seamless integration with all standard identity providers. We value creativity, problem-solving, and a commitment to excellence as we strive to redefine security protocols for the digital age. Joining our team means being part of a forward-thinking environment where your contributions will directly impact the development of next-generation security solutions.

Remote Access is one of the prominent features of Sophos Firewall, and we pride ourselves on using the latest technologies to build lightning-fast and highly scalable software that enables secure remote access for millions of users. The Sophos Remote Access solution has seamless integration with all standard identity providers. We value creativity, problem-solving, and a commitment to excellence as we strive to redefine security protocols for the digital age. Joining our team means being part of a forward-thinking environment where your contributions will directly impact the development of next-generation security solutions.

What you will do

• Design and develop products or systems in line with asset technical strategy, specified project timescales, quality and functionality requirements as agreed with the Product management.
• Define and support appropriate Unit, System and Integration testing on own code and others across the product or system, fixing errors and entering defects into the defect tracking system, highlighting potential implications on other products or systems.
• Conduct and participate in peer reviews of code, designs and specifications as requested by Development Lead or Manager.
• Coordinate with cross functional teams including software developers, testers, and product managers.
• Adhere to coding best practices and standards, policies and processes set for project.
• Prioritize multiple activities and schedule your own time to deliver against agreed objectives.
• Review requirements specifications for coverage, identify areas that require further clarification, and suggest alternative approaches to Product Management, in line with business needs.
• Propose, promote, and drive the adoption of new design and development approaches to improve overall quality, reliability, and speed of implementation across projects or own team

What you will bring

• Bachelors or Master of Science in Computer Software, Computer Science or related discipline or equivalent experience
• 6 to 12+ years of work experience in C++ programming on Windows
• Domain experience in networking and network security
• Experience in the design and development of network-security based agents on Windows
• Big plus for having experience in developing networking products like VPN Client, ZTNA agent or SASE agent
• Big plus for having experience in developing Windows kernel drivers.
• Great problem solver, quality-driven, self-initiative, creative, adaptive, listener, collaborator.

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Ready to Join Us?

At Sophos, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives to fuel innovation. Research shows that candidates sometimes hesitate to apply if they don't check every box in a job description. We challenge that notion. Your unique experiences and skills might be exactly what we need to enhance our team. Don't let a checklist hold you back – we encourage you to apply.

What's Great About Sophos?

· Sophos operates a remote-first working model, making remote work the primary option for most employees. However, some roles may necessitate a hybrid approach. Please refer to the location details in our job postings for further information.

· Our people – we innovate and create, all of which are accompanied by a great sense of fun and team spirit

· Employee-led diversity and inclusion networks that build community and provide education and advocacy

· Annual charity and fundraising initiatives and volunteer days for employees to support local communities

· Global employee sustainability initiatives to reduce our environmental footprint

· Global fitness and trivia competitions to keep our bodies and minds sharp

· Global wellbeing days for employees to relax and recharge 

· Monthly wellbeing webinars and training to support employee health and wellbeing

Our Commitment To You

We’re proud of the diverse and inclusive environment we have at Sophos, and we’re committed to ensuring equality of opportunity. We believe that diversity, combined with excellence, builds a better Sophos, so we encourage applicants who can contribute to the diversity of our team. All applicants will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, sex, gender reassignment, marital status, race, religion or belief, color, age, military veteran status, disability, pregnancy, maternity or sexual orientation. We want to give you every opportunity to show us your best self, so if there are any adjustments we could make to the recruitment and selection process to support you, please let us know. 

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