Linux Systems Developer OpenSSL C

Linux Systems Developer / Engineer (OpenSSL C) London to 85kDo you have a deep knowledge of Linux combined with OpenSSL?You could be progressing your career at a successful and expanding software house that provide cyber security products to a range of finance, government, defence, law enforcement and pharmaceutical companies.

As a Linux Systems Developer you'll join a core Linux team in a newly created role, taking ownership of developing and maintaining secure, reliable software at operating system level. You'll work across Linux security mechanisms, kernel-level hardening and cryptographic technologies, applying security-by-design principles throughout the development lifecycle.

This is a specialist engineering role suited to someone who enjoys working close to the operating system and tackling complex security challenges. You'll use C as your primary language, with Bash for scripting, developing robust, maintainable software and contributing to technical design and code reviews.

A key focus will be assessing and strengthening the security of the Linux platform, including in-depth work with OpenSSL, X.509 certificates and PKI, as the organisation works towards Common Criteria certification. Location / WFH:You can work from home most of the time, meeting up with an international team, in Central London offices once a week.

About you

You have strong programming experience in C, including debugging, memory management and system-level programmingYou're highly proficient with Bash scripting for automation, tooling, testing and integrationYou have a deep understanding of Linux operating systems, especially Debian based ones, system services, process management, permissions and system administrationYou have a good knowledge of OpenSSL (both on the command line and programmatically), X.509 certificates and PKI fundamentalsYou understand Linux security mechanisms including seccomp, udev and auditdYou have a good knowledge of Linux privilege management, capabilities, access controls and application isolationYou have a strong understanding of secure software development practices, threat mitigation and common security vulnerabilitiesYou're keen to take ownership, work independently, solve complex technical problems and communicate technical concepts clearlyWhat's in it for you: Salary to 85k + OTE25 days holiday, rising to 27 in two years, ability to buy 5 days per yearPrivate Medical Care, Life Cover, PensionSubsidised gym membershipHybrid workingApply now to find out more about this Linux Systems Developer / Engineer (OpenSSL C) opportunity.

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