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Executive Alliance is pleased to represent our client who are a rapidly growing innovative mid-market ransomware solutions developer for OEM partners and clients across a number of key industries. They are seeking a Software Engineer to develop best-in-class ransomware solutions for their customers and partners. NOTE: This hybrid opportunity is located in Monmouth County, New Jersey with three (3) days at the company's HQ and two (2) days remote with expectations to become four (4) days onsite, one (1) day remote later in 2025. Please note that US visa sponsorship support is not available for this role; US citizens or US residents are only eligible. No C2C, international applicants or recruiting agencies, please. The ideal Software Engineer will specialize in developing high-performance Linux applications using Scrum Agile methodology. Most development is done in C programming language, with some use of Python. We are looking for individuals passionate about coding and solving complex technical challenges in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience designing algorithms and data structures for multi-threaded, high-performance software on Linux platforms. Experience with data protection, backup, or data storage software is highly desirable. Key Responsibilities • Collaborate as a member of a Scrum team to design, develop, and maintain software. • Define and implement new product features and requirements. • Integrate software modules and ensure system functionality meets requirements. • Develop and execute unit tests and automated quality improvements; support QA testing processes. • Play a key role in a small, dynamic, and collaborative development environment. • Reverse-engineer complex data formats (a plus). • Manage tasks effectively in a hybrid work environment. • Work with the support team to resolve issues identified in customer bug reports. Required Skills and Qualifications • Education: BS or MS in Computer Science, a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience. • Programming Expertise: Strong skills in C programming and Linux platform development. • Algorithms and Data Structures: Deep understanding of data structures and algorithms, with a focus on performance optimization. • High-Performance Development: Experience developing high-performance algorithms and optimizing code for efficiency. • Scripting Skills: Proficiency in Python is strongly preferred; experience with Bash is a plus. • Collaboration: Team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills. • Problem-Solving: Ability to solve complex challenges in a collaborative setting. Desired Experience • Familiarity with Microsoft development environments. • Experience with any of the following: • Data protection, backup, or data storage software. • pthreads, security, ransomware, or embedded systems development in C. • Parallel, distributed, or complex system programming. • Machine learning. • Writing software that manipulates data at the bit and byte level.

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