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Principal Software Engineer (MacOS) - Remote EU
Contract type
Ongoing
Work mode
Remote
Experience
Lead / principal · Not stated
Level inferred from job title
Job description
Principal Software Developer (macOS) role at ThreatDown building enterprise-grade endpoint protection for macOS to fight malware. The role involves designing and developing security products and tools used by thousands of enterprise customers.
At a glance
- Work mode
- Remote
- Pay
- EUR 100,000 / year
What you'll do
- Develop new and exciting products in the fight against malware
- Build cutting edge Enterprise grade endpoint protection for MacOS
- Play a key role in designing and developing tools to support all the ThreatDown initiatives
- Collect and process data and metrics to track emerging threats so we can keep one step ahead of the bad guys
- Support your fellow developers; proactively communicate, document, unit-test, and peer review
- Work collaboratively and effectively with a range of people in an Agile environment
- Create superior results while building new skills
- Work as a part of team to ensure everyone meets their goals
What we're looking for
- Understanding of Object-Oriented development practices
- Experience working with Apple's System Extensions and Network Extension frameworks
- Ability to work on a high-performance team in a high-tech startup or startup-like environment
- Working knowledge of Swift and/or Objective-c coding languages
- Experience with backend development on macOS, including data management, networking, and system integrations
- Ability to debug and optimize macOS applications for performance
- Familiarity with foundational macOS frameworks and development tools, including Foundation, Xcode, Instruments, and LLDB
- Strong understanding of macOS system architecture and internals
- Familiarity with macOS security and distribution requirements, including code signing, entitlements, sandboxing, privacy permissions, and notarization
- Ability to debug, profile, and optimize macOS applications for performance, reliability, and resource efficiency
Nice to have
- Understanding of cybersecurity principles, including least privilege, defense in depth, secure-by-default design, threat modeling, and attack-surface reduction
- Familiarity with secure coding practices, vulnerability management, and common application and network security risks
- Familiarity with Apple platform deployment and management technologies, including MDM and configuration profiles
Your team
Business product team
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Wellness programs
- Comprehensive Time Off policy
- An opportunity to do something great for yourself and the world!
Apply
About ThreatDown
A leader in elite Managed Detection and Response (MDR)
ThreatDown is a leader in elite Managed Detection and Response (MDR), purpose-built to empower resource-constrained security teams with high-efficacy protection, without the complexity. ThreatDown pairs proprietary AI and threat research with analyst judgment to deploy in minutes to deliver high-efficacy protection.
Key facts
- Cybersecurity
- Recognized by MRG Effitas, AVLab, and G2
- Pairs proprietary AI and threat research with analyst judgment
- Deploys in minutes to deliver high-efficacy protection
What they value
- Innovation
- Resilience
- Passion for empowering businesses to thrive securely