Software Engineer 3
- Sophos
- Remote United Kingdom
Job Description
Role Summary
This role sits within the Windows Endpoint team, building a product that provides industry leading protection to organisations of all sizes including Next Generation Anti-Virus Security, Analytics, and Remediation functionality.
As a Software Engineer, you will contribute to designing, developing, testing, and maintaining high-quality software components. You will work closely with senior engineers, support product delivery, and continually build your technical skills while learning best practices in software engineering.
What You Will Do
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Contribute to the design and implementation of product features that align with technical strategy, quality standards, and functional requirements.
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Develop full lifecycle code from development, testing, production, and subsequent fixes and improvements.
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Participate in release planning, providing reliable estimations and delivering work that meets scope and quality expectations.
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Engage in code reviews and other collaborative engineering practices.
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Take part in daily standups, sprint ceremonies, and retrospective discussions.
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Participate in security reviews of new development to help ensure compliance with Sophos security requirements and industry best practices.
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Troubleshoot and resolve issues as a first responder in the team.
What You Will Bring
Essential
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Practical experience of developing code in C++
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Working knowledge of Python or other scripting language
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Experience of developing for Microsoft Windows platforms
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Solid problem-solving skills and willingness to be autonomous and own their work, seeking support when needed
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Effective communication and collaboration skills within a cross functional, Agile team
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Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, related field, or equivalent practical experience
Desirable
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Experience of Microsoft Windows driver development
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Experience of developing code in Modern C++ (C++ 11/14/17)
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Experience with LUA scripting language
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Experience of working within Agile development methodologies
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Experience of continuous integration, build and test
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Designing software systems and components
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Experience of Security reviews, Secure coding and meeting Security requirements
