Senior Software Engineer - Low Level C++ - Linux & Cloud Security
TLDR
Own end-to-end development of new agent capabilities, enhancing security for Linux and cloud workloads used by hundreds of thousands globally, while tackling complex system engineering challenges.
Our Purpose
At SentinelOne, we are driven by a clear purpose: to give the advantage to those who secure our future. As AI reshapes how organizations build, operate, and innovate, the responsibility to protect them becomes more critical than ever. When you join SentinelOne, your work helps protect global enterprises, critical infrastructure, and the technologies shaping tomorrow. If you are motivated by meaningful challenges and want your impact to be real, measurable, and global, you will find purpose here.
About Us
SentinelOne is a company at the intersection of AI and security, pioneering a new operating model for cybersecurity. Our AI-native platform unifies protection across endpoint, cloud, identity, data, and AI systems to deliver autonomous detection and response with clarity and speed. By combining real-time analytics, intelligent automation, and a unified data foundation, we reduce noise, simplify complexity, and empower security teams to focus on what truly matters.
Our teams are builders, problem-solvers, and innovators committed to shaping the future of security. If you are excited to solve hard problems alongside talented, mission-driven people, we invite you to help us build a safer future for humanity.
What Are We Looking For?
We’re looking for people who are relentlessly curious and committed to continuous learning. AI is reshaping every function across our business, and we enable every team member, regardless of role or level, to build fluency in AI tools and concepts. Those who thrive here actively seek out new solutions, experiment thoughtfully, and apply what they learn to drive better, faster, smarter outcomes.
As a Senior Software Engineer, you will own end-to-end development of new agent capabilities, from researching Linux and cloud security technologies to designing detection strategies and delivering them at scale. You’ll work across kernel-level components, user-space engines, and cloud-native security features, tackling complex system engineering challenges.
Your work will enhance the security of Linux and cloud workloads used by hundreds of thousands of users globally. We’re looking for engineers with Linux and/or cloud security experience who can innovate from scratch and drive scalable capabilities across our products.
What Will You Do?
- Software Development (70-80% of time) - we use C++23, occasionally also Rust and/or Go
- Write tests to cover new code
- Conduct low-level research and design new features
- Peer code reviews; Participate in the team’s design reviews
- Learn new technologies in the Linux and Cloud workloads security domains (e.g. eBPF)
- Architect end-to-end security solutions for complex features with loose problem definition
- Support customers with issues and requests within the team’s domain
- Attend daily and weekly scrum meetings
What Skills and Knowledge Will You Bring?
- Multiple years of experience as a software engineer, developing complex systems in modern C++
- Proficient in Linux OS architecture and internals
- Hands-on experience with Linux low-level development and debugging
- Previous experience working on a production-grade product with a wide-scale deployment
It’d be great if you have experience with / or you’d learn & gain on our team:
- Hands-on experience with Linux kernel development or kernel tracing
- Previous experience with eBPF, Linux networking subsystem, security-oriented development
- Hands-on experience with container platforms and orchestrators such as Docker and Kubernetes
- Previous experience with software development in either Rust and/or Go (we have several components in both) or Python
Why Us?
Join a cutting-edge company where you'll take on extraordinary challenges alongside top industry talent. Enjoy flexible working hours and the option to work remotely from anywhere in Slovakia. We offer access to major co-working spaces for those who prefer an office environment. In Czechia, you can also work from our modern offices in Prague or Brno.
Salary starting from 4500 EUR/month
Annual bonus based on company performance, paid in two installments
The final base salary may be adjusted based on the individual skills and experience of the selected candidate.
Competitive Benefits Package:
- Stock & Bonuses: Grant of Restricted Stock Units with a 4-year vesting plan, annual performance-based bonuses, and an employee stock purchase plan.
- Time Off & Well-being: Flexible Time Off, on top of the standard 5 weeks vacation, flexible paid sick days, fully paid Short Term Sick/Nursing Leave, 16-week parental leave, grandparent leave, and additional company holidays.
- Insurance & Wellbeing: Pension Insurance Contribution, Premium life insurance, and a Global Employee Assistance Program.
- Work Perks: Monthly meal and well-being allowance, high-end MacBook/Windows laptop, work-from-home support, and in-office refreshments.
- Growth & Community: LinkedIn Learning, internal mentoring, educational support, generous referral bonuses, and optional company events (sports, BBQs, charity).
Be part of an inclusive, innovative workplace that values belonging, flexibility, and growth!
SentinelOne is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
SentinelOne participates in the E-Verify Program for all U.S. based roles.
Benefits
Equity Compensation
Grant of Restricted Stock Units with a 4-year vesting plan, annual performance-based bonuses, and an employee stock purchase plan.
Health Insurance
Pension Insurance Contribution, Premium life insurance, and a Global Employee Assistance Program.
Learning Budget
LinkedIn Learning, internal mentoring, educational support, generous referral bonuses, and optional company events (sports, BBQs, charity).
Work Perks
Monthly meal and well-being allowance, high-end MacBook/Windows laptop, work-from-home support, and in-office refreshments.
Paid Time Off
Flexible Time Off, on top of the standard 5 weeks vacation, flexible paid sick days, fully paid Short Term Sick/Nursing Leave, 16-week parental leave, grandparent leave, and additional company holidays.
SentinelOne provides autonomous security solutions built on AI to protect organizations across endpoint, cloud, and identity environments. Our platform unifies threat prevention, detection, response, and forensics in a single, user-friendly system, enabling businesses to safeguard their assets against evolving cyber threats. Recognized as a leader in the industry, we cater to enterprises in various sectors, ensuring fast, effective defense against advanced attacks.
- Founded
- Founded 2013
- Employees
- 500+ employees
- Industry
- Internet Software & Services