Remote Senior Software Engineer (C++, OS internals)

Description:

• Nexthink is a leader in digital employee experience management software, providing IT leaders with insights to diagnose and fix issues impacting employees.
• The Senior Software Engineer will join the Nexthink Engineering department, focusing on building Collectors, which are endpoint agents running on employee systems.
• Collectors extract information about the operating system, interpret it, and feed it to data analytics systems, helping to remediate issues and improve user experience.
• The role involves creating reliable solutions across multiple platforms (Windows, macOS, and Linux) while maintaining cross-platform compatibility.
• Engineers are expected to tackle broad problems, prototype ideas, and implement them in production while adhering to high standards of quality, performance, and security.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have 7+ years of experience in software development.
• A strong understanding of operating systems internals is required.
• Experience in software development on Windows and/or macOS platforms at an OS level is necessary.
• Proficiency in C++ is essential, with a preference for familiarity with the latest standard iterations.
• Proven experience in leading or contributing significantly to major projects is required.
• Candidates should consistently write concise and well-tested code.
• The ability to navigate and debug complex code with strong attention to detail is necessary.
• OS-level research capabilities are required.
• Experience in kernel-mode software development and multi-platform development is advantageous.
• Candidates should enjoy working in a dynamic environment, be result-oriented, and possess strong problem-solving skills.
• Clear and concise communication in English is essential.

Benefits:

• The position offers a permanent contract and a competitive compensation package, including stock options.
• A hybrid work model is available, balancing office and remote work to foster effective onboarding and team connections.
• Flexible hours and unlimited vacation are provided, along with 25 days of holidays and 3 company-paid volunteer days.
• Comprehensive private health insurance for employees and their families, along with life insurance plans and Medicash Solo Level 2, is fully covered.
• A pension contribution of 12% is offered, with equal contributions from both employee and employer.
• Employees have free access to professional training platforms to enhance their skills.
• Primary caregivers receive 16 weeks of fully paid leave, while secondary caregivers receive 6 weeks, along with Kiddivouchers for childcare expenses.
• Public transportation fees are reimbursed at 50%, up to a maximum of £1,250 gross per year.
• Monthly reimbursement of up to £40 for gym and fitness memberships is provided.
• Bonuses are available for referring successful hires after three months of continuous employment.