What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Engineer, Endpoint Agent position at halcyon?
The Role:
Halcyon is redefining what security software can do, with a focus on anti-ransomware innovation. We're seeking a Staff Engineer to help lead the design and development of our cross-platform endpoint agent. This role is instrumental in shaping both the technical architecture and future direction of our Windows, Linux, and macOS protection capabilities.
Responsibilities:
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Own the technical vision and architecture of Halcyon’s cross-platform endpoint agent, covering user-space services, kernel drivers, and tooling
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams including researchers, product managers, and engineers to design and implement cutting-edge anti-ransomware features
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Lead complex, cross-platform engineering efforts, balancing performance, scalability, and security
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Mentor and support the growth of engineers across the endpoint team
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Troubleshoot and resolve complex, high-impact technical issues during feature development
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Define, implement, and improve engineering processes and standards across the team
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Champion technical excellence and product quality, advocating for best practices in all aspects of development
Skills and Qualifications:
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Experience developing high-quality code in Rust (preferred) or C
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Proven track record developing endpoint security products
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Experience in a staff-level or principal engineering role, with a focus on architecture and cross-team collaboration
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Expert-level knowledge in low-level systems, including kernel or driver development on Windows, Linux, or macOS
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Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence technical and non-technical stakeholders
