Senior software engineer (7+ yrs, C/C++/Rust, Network, security, LLM (AI Security))

Bellevue, WA or San Jose, CA (Hybrid)

What you’ll do (Role Expectations)

• Develop high-performance networking code for multiple desktop platforms using the Rust language and platform-native APIs
• Improve code quality through building solid, testable, and well-documented software foundations
• Design and implement major development projects with a focus on scalability, security, and performance
• Collaborate with product managers and cross-functional teams to deliver customer-impacting features
• Debug and solve complex network-related problems and enhance system functionality

What We’re Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)

• Demonstrated curiosity and active exploration of AI tools, with a proven history of integrating new technologies to enhance daily workflows and augment problem-solving 
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field
• 3+ years of software engineering experience with deep expertise in the Rust programming language and familiarity with lower-level languages such asC/C++
• Strong knowledge of system and network programming including firewalls, VPNs, protocols, TCP/IP, UDP, DNS, QUIC, H/3, and proxies
• Familiarity with system concepts such as virtual memory, multi-threading, system APIs, SLM/LLM models, and excellent debugging and problem-solving skills in both networking and system-level contexts

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Deep understanding of AI security frameworks, threat modelling for large language models, and mitigating vulnerabilities unique to AI-driven architectures
• Familiarity with DevOps pipelines, VPN technologies, and a strong understanding of security protocols and standards
• Experience writing testable, low-complexity code with dependency injection, proficiency in Swift or Python, and direct experience validating AI-driven products using MLOps principles