Sr. Software Engineer - Windows Sensor (Hybrid)

CapitalG
Austin, TXFULL_TIMEPosted Aug 9, 2026

Role responsibilities

Design and build detection logic and systems to identify and stop cyber attackers within the Falcon sensor's user-mode and kernel-mode components. Research malicious activity techniques and develop robust, production-level solutions across the full development lifecycle.

Requirements

Requires 5+ years of experience in high-quality Windows software development using C/C++ and deep knowledge of Windows OS internals. Candidates should have demonstrated experience or interest in reverse engineering, threat detection, and the use of AI technologies to improve workflows.

Key skills

C++, C, Python, Windows Internals, Reverse Engineering, Threat Detection, Malware Analysis, Kernel-mode development, User-mode development, Secure Coding, CI/CD, AI Technologies, Debugging, Performance Optimization, Low-level Programming

Keywords

Cybersecurity, Windows Sensor, EDR, Falcon Platform, Kernel, Firmware, Device Drivers, Exploit Analysis, Vulnerability Analysis, Big Data, LLM, Distributed Systems, Telemetry, C++, Python, OS Internals, Reverse Engineering, Malware Analysis, Secure Coding, CI/CD, AI-native, User-mode, Kernel-mode, Threat Hunting

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