Software Engineer

Job Description

Come work at a place where innovation and teamwork come together to support the most exciting missions in the world! Qualys is a leader in the application security space, dedicated to developing innovative solutions that protect organizations and individuals from modern cybersecurity threats. We are seeking a motivated Software Engineer with 2 to 5 years of experience, solid programming skills in C++ , and a strong interest in application security and modern development practices. Responsibilities: Develop and maintain scalable, reliable software for security-focused applications. Investigate and troubleshoot software issues such as performance bottlenecks or functional bugs. Contribute to the implementation of features and enhance the resilience of existing solutions. Stay informed about emerging trends and technologies in software and application security. Write clean, maintainable code and participate in peer code reviews to uphold high standards. Required Skills: Strong programming skills in C++. 2 to 5 years of hands-on software development experience. Solid analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Familiarity with debugging techniques and tools. Understanding of basic web application security concepts (e.g., authentication, HTML, payloads). Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset. Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic technology landscape. Preferred Qualifications: Exposure to Java, JavaScript, or Golang. Basic knowledge of security tools or practices (e.g., DAST, SAST). Awareness of common vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top 10) and API security. Familiarity with multi-threading or performance optimization techniques. Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or container-based environments. Scripting skills in Python or Bash for automation or prototyping.