Software Engineer

Overview

Software Engineer role on the Qualys Sensor Platform, Qualys' flagship offering, focused on the Windows platform. Works with a team of engineers and architects on prototyping, design, development and support of a highly scalable security platform.

What you'll do

• Analyze, design, code, and debug security software for the Windows platform.
• Provide ongoing maintenance, support, and enhancements to existing systems and platforms.
• Provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Work alongside other engineers on the team to elevate technology and consistently apply best practices.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and architects to implement features and resolve defects.

What you'll need

• Bachelor's in computer science or related field.
• 1 to 3 years of experience as a hands-on engineer developing software products and solutions.
• 1+ years of C++ programming in a Windows environment.
• Working knowledge of the Windows operating system internals (processes, threads, services, registry, Win32 API).
• Demonstrated skills including design, prototype, development, unit test, and performance profiling.
• Hands-on with development tools like Visual Studio, GIT, JIRA, and Agile/Scrum development.

Nice to have

• Takes ownership of successful delivery of product components and modules assigned.
• Exposure to Test-Driven Development and a strong quality focus.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Self-directed; requires minimal supervision on work products.
• Team player with a can-do attitude, yet modest and humble when collaborating within the team and across other teams.
• Uncompromising attitude when it comes to quality and helping raise the bar of the product and team.