Sr. Principal Software (C++) Engineer

Who Are We?

We’re not just a company; we’re a global force. Fiercely committed to ensuring that everyone, everywhere, can live their lives digitally safe. Our family of brands – Norton, Avast, LifeLock, Avira, AVG, ReputationDefender and CCleaner – unite the brightest minds, the sharpest tech and the most diverse thinking to protect over 500 million people. And we’ve built an inclusive workplace, where your well-being is a priority because true success comes from a place of balance and authenticity. When you're thriving, you’re unstoppable. So, bring us your bold ideas and passion that refuses to quit. The digital world isn’t some distant reality – it's the world we live in, and we’re ready for it. If you’re ready to push boundaries and be part of something bigger, join #TeamGen.

We’re on the lookout for talented C++ Chromium developer who are passionate about building secure and innovative solutions for our customers. While this isn’t an active role at the moment, we’re creating a talent pool of amazing individuals so we’re ready to connect when the right opportunity comes along.

How We Work?

Our team develops a Chromium-based web browser with focus on security and privacy.

Mission and Goals:

Herewith we are looking for a C++ engineer. Your mission would be to develop and maintain a web browser product on both Mac and Windows platforms. We welcome a good team player sharing our passion for learning new things every day.

Objectives:

• Design, implement, and maintain features and components of the Secure Browser product.
• Ensure high-quality code through code reviews, unit testing, and continuous integration.
• Debug and resolve complex issues related to browser functionality and performance.
• Integrate upstream Chromium changes.
• Work with Jira, GitHub, TeamCity, Confluence.
• Perform effective code reviews.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior colleagues.
• Team player and rational proactivity.
• Ownership.
• Willingness to learn.
• Listen and understand first, adapt and act second.
• Ability to work in an international team.
  
  
  

Competencies:

• 5+ years of experience with C++ development.
• Strong proficiency in C++14 or newer.
• Experience with browser development.
• Strong understanding of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
• Ability to write testable code and unit tests.
• Ability to write parallel and thread-safe code.
• Knowledge of network communication like HTTP, REST API.
• Knowledge of Mac or Windows development stack.
• Good knowledge of English in written and spoken form.
  
  
  

What we welcome or we will teach you:

• Experience with the Chromium open-source project.
• Knowledge of the browser architecture.
• Experience with debugging complex issues within the browser and Chromium code.
• Knowledge of Kotlin DSL build jobs and integration with TeamCity.
• Experience with Python.
  
  
  

What We Can Offer:

• Annual bonus scheme.
• Unlimited PTO (paid time off), flexible working hours.
• The chance to join a major global tech company listed on the S&P 500.
• Opportunity to learn and work with the best in the Digital Security industry.
• Cafeteria points are provided by Benefit Plus (meal plan, pension insurance, travel, free time activities, multisport card, and much more).
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses.
• Learning & Development plan.
• Sustainable home improvement bonus.
• Mac/Windows laptop and more.
  
  
  

Gen is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on merit, experience, and business needs, without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, military or veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local law. Gen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination based on such protected characteristics and seeks to recruit the most talented candidates from diverse cultures and backgrounds.

We also consider employment-qualified individuals with arrest and conviction records. In addition, we will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Learn more about pay transparency.

Gen complies with all anti-discrimination laws.

To conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government.