TL;DR

Senior Software Engineer (Zero Trust): Developing and improving the Zero Trust desktop client using Rust and platform-native languages to secure corporate devices by routing traffic through %hirify_global%’s global network with an accent on high-performance networking, OS and security protocols. Focus on designing and implementing robust, testable, and well-documented code, solving complex networking and security challenges across multiple desktop platforms.

Location: Hybrid in Austin, TX; Lisbon, Portugal; London, United Kingdom; Seattle, WA

Salary: $162,000–$198,000 (varies by location)

Company

%hirify_global% operates one of the world’s largest networks to protect and accelerate Internet applications globally, serving a wide range of customers from bloggers to Fortune 500 companies.

What you will do

Develop and maintain the Zero Trust desktop client using Rust and native platform languages.
Implement high-performance networking code supporting multiple desktop OSes (macOS, Windows, Linux).
Improve code quality by building testable, well-documented, and low-complexity codebases.
Collaborate with product managers and cross-functional teams to deliver customer-impacting features.
Address complex networking and security challenges including VPN technologies and advanced protocols.
Debug network-related issues on desktop devices and ensure security compliance.

Requirements

Location: Hybrid roles available in Austin, Lisbon, London, and Seattle
English: Proficient (B2) required
Strong programming skills in Rust, C, C++ with systems programming experience.
Good understanding of OS concepts (virtual memory, multithreading, process lifecycle).
Experience with networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, DNS, QUIC, VPNs, firewalls).
Ability to write thoroughly tested, maintainable, and documented code.

Culture & Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
Flexible paid time off including vacation and sick leave.
401(k) retirement savings plan and employee stock participation.
Support for family forming and mental health resources.
Global travel medical insurance and disability coverage.
Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity employment.