Software Engineer (C++, Windows with NW Security)

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.
• 2 to 4 years of work experience in C++ programming on Windows.
• Domain experience in networking and network security .
• Experience in developing VPN client , ZTNA agent or SASE agents on Windows.
• Great problem solver, quality-driven, self-initiative, creative, adaptive, listener, collaborator.

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Whats 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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