Worker Sub-Type:
Regular
Job Description:
Cybersecurity- Principal Systems Software Developer - Windows
BlackBerry® – the iconic brand you know and trust – is now a market-leading cybersecurity software and services company.
Creating the gold standard for unified endpoint security (UES), BlackBerry Cylance uses artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning and automation to provide improved cyber threat prevention and remediation, while offering transparency across all endpoints for better management and control.
Among the first to market with full seventh generation AI for cybersecurity, BlackBerry Cylance helps users understand risks and make intelligent decisions to mitigate them before they happen. Today BlackBerry secures 96% of the threat landscape, preventing more than 165 million cyberattacks in 2021 alone. Named by Cybersecurity Ventures as 1 of the top 150 companies to watch, we securely connect more than 500 million mobile, desktop and IoT endpoint devices for G7 governments, 9/10 global financial institutions as well as the largest global aerospace, defense, healthcare, automotive and media companies.
Chances are, we are more a part of your life today than we ever were as a handset company.
Come join us as we deliver ‘Intelligent Security. Everywhere.’
In this role, you will:
Lead the design and development of Windows-based software applications using C# and .NET, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality, performance, and maintainability.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software architects, product managers, and quality assurance engineers, to define software requirements and project goals.
Develop innovative solutions to complex problems related to Windows system engineering, such as performance optimization, inter-process communication, and resource management.
Architect and implement scalable and efficient software components, libraries, and frameworks that can be reused across different projects.
Conduct thorough code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and enforce coding standards to maintain code quality and consistency.
Identify and resolve system-level issues, including compatibility, security, and performance bottlenecks, by conducting in-depth analysis and applying best practices.
Collaborate with DevOps teams to ensure seamless deployment, monitoring, and management of Windows-based software systems.
Stay up to date with the latest advancements in Windows operating systems, .NET technologies, and industry trends, and apply this knowledge to enhance our software solutions.
Mentor and guide junior engineers, sharing your expertise and promoting a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.
Collaborate with stakeholders to define the technical roadmap, architecture, and standards for Windows system engineering within the organization.
You will have:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. A Ph.D. is a plus.
Extensive experience (8+ years) in software development, with a strong focus on Microsoft Windows system engineering.
Proficiency in C# programming language and deep knowledge of the .NET framework.
Solid understanding of Windows operating system internals, including process management, memory management, file systems, and networking.
Experience in designing and developing Windows services, background processes, and system-level components using C# and .NET.
Strong understanding of multithreading, synchronization, and asynchronous programming techniques in the context of Windows systems.
Familiarity with Windows performance profiling and optimization tools to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks.
Experience with software security principles and best practices, including secure coding, authentication, and encryption.
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to analyze and communicate complex technical concepts effectively.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead and mentor a team of engineers.
Relevant certifications, such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate or Microsoft Certified: Windows Developer, are highly desirable.
Imagine what you could do at BlackBerry! Our customers count on us to secure their critical infrastructure. Join us and become part of a team that is already leading the way!

An Absolute Commitment to Equality
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Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40