Senior C/C++ Developer

Index Engines • San Jose, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Index Engines is seeking mid to senior level Software Engineers for our San Jose, CA office. The ideal candidate will develop, maintain, and support software for the Index Engines’ Linux application and will work closely with the Index Engines’ Support Organization to resolve customer issues. Index Engines is a tech-forward company with a startup feel and an enterprise-level impact, focused on helping companies recover from cyber threats with their flagship solution, CyberSense. They partner with industry leaders to power AI-driven cyber recovery.

Requirements

• 4–7 years of professional experience in software engineering
• Strong skills in C and Python
• Experience with high-availability systems, clustering, or distributed storage/backup solutions
• Familiarity with Agile or Scrum workflows
• Hands-on experience with distributed systems and microservices
• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and system design
• Experience developing RESTful APIs and backend services
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Strong problem-solving, debugging, and communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience with tools like SVN, Git, Jira, Confluence, or Bitbucket
• Comfort using GenAI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude) in development workflows
• Experience administering Linux systems
• Familiarity with backup technologies and database systems
• Exposure to VMFS/SCSI development
• Understanding of communication protocols
• Basic knowledge of server hardware and networking
• A Master’s degree in computer science or a related field

Responsibilities

• Design and build distributed systems that are scalable, reliable, and secure
• Guide technical discussions and help shape architectural decisions
• Develop and maintain backend services, APIs, and platform components
• Collaborate closely with Product, QA, DevOps, and Security teams
• Enhance system performance, visibility, and resilience
• Write clear, maintainable, and well-tested code
• Contribute to code reviews and support the growth of junior engineers
• Promote strong practices in development, CI/CD, and testing
• Investigate and resolve production issues to maintain high availability

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k)
• Opportunities for professional development and certification support
• Collaborative team environment with a mission-driven culture
• Unlimited PTO
• Hybrid work schedule with WFH on Mondays and Fridays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level