Develop and debug Windows software for threat protection, design features, analyze data, mentor juniors, and participate in the software lifecycle.
Role Overview:We are looking for an experienced C++ Software Engineer to join our engineering team. As part of the Lightweight Anti-Malware Team, you will build high quality Windows threat protection software that is delivered in our flagship McAfee products.
Reporting to the Software Engineering Manager, this team delivers software that keeps our customers’ machines free from harmful malware and potentially unwanted programs.
This position is based in Canada. We will only consider candidates currently in Canada and are not offering relocation assistance at this time.About the Role:
Company Overview
Reporting to the Software Engineering Manager, this team delivers software that keeps our customers’ machines free from harmful malware and potentially unwanted programs.
This position is based in Canada. We will only consider candidates currently in Canada and are not offering relocation assistance at this time.About the Role:
- Develop and debug Windows user mode software in a collaborative environment using secure software development practices.
- Drive the architecture and design of new threat protection features and capabilities.
- Design and work with data to monitor and measure the success of new and existing features.
- Use data analysis to interpret, identify and triage in-field customer issues.
- Triage and resolve defects using a variety of Windows debugging tools and techniques.
- Participate in all parts of the software development lifecycle including planning, design and development.
- Participate in code reviews.
- Work as part of a scrum team, assisting in the creation of story backlog, task breakdowns and estimates.
- Mentor and grow junior team members.
About You:
- Your background includes 6+ years of experience in C++ software development including design, development, code review and defect investigation
- You are highly proficient in modern C++, multithreading, IPC and System Programming.
- You have strong debugging skills using tools such as Visual Studio and WinDBG.
- Your background includes experience developing high-quality, high-performance software on Windows.
- You can analyze data using SQL or python.
- You like working on a team and have excellent communication skills.
- Kernel debugging analysis a bonus.
- Experience with data analysis using Databricks a bonus.
- Analyzing performance using Windows performance analysis tools is a bonus.
- Familiarity with Jenkins or other CI/CD pipelines a bonus.
- You love taking on difficult challenges and finding creative solutions.
- Kindly mention the C++ versions you work with on your resume.
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Company Overview
McAfee is a leader in personal security for consumers. Focused on protecting people, not just devices, McAfee consumer solutions adapt to users’ needs in an always online world, empowering them to live securely through integrated, intuitive solutions that protects their families and communities with the right security at the right moment.
Company Benefits and Perks:We work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone at McAfee to bring their authentic selves to work every day. We offer a variety of social programs, flexible work hours and family-friendly benefits to all of our employees.
- Bonus Program
- Pension and Retirement Plans
- Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Support for Community Involvement
We're serious about our commitment to diversity which is why McAfee prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status.
Top Skills
C++
Jenkins
Python
SQL
Visual Studio
Windbg
Windows
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