Senior Software Engineer

Who we’re looking for

• Education: Minimum Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred) in relevant field of study.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years (MA) or 5 years (BA).
• A fast learning, innovative and persistent person with wide interest in applications like system programming, applied cryptography, identification and authentication.
• Substantial experience in C/C++ programming.
• A good working knowledge of either Windows or Linux, and at least basic knowledge of the other OS, including software development on and for these OSes.
• At least basic knowledge of at least one additional high-level programming language: C#, Java, Swift, Kotlin.
• Working knowledge of source code management and configuration, preferably git.
• Knowledge of multithreading/multitasking, interprocess communication and other aspects of system programming.
• Ability to complete tasks independently, with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Working knowledge of Czech or Slovak is an advantage.

What you’ll do

• Develop software primarily in C/C++ for Windows and Linux.
• This software includes e.g. device drivers or device communication libraries, biometric SDKs, biometric middleware and interfaces, remote management infrastructure, security infrastructure. The exact scope of work will be adjusted to your knowledge and experience.
• Optional: Develop the software for other OSes (Android, iOS) and programming languages (C#, Java, Kotlin, Swift).
• Participate on creation of specifications and documentation of the software and its modules.
• If successful, this position may evolve to a Team Leader position.

About the position

An Amazing Career Opportunity for a Senior Software Engineer! Location: Prague Czech Republic Job ID: 47639 For our team we are looking for talented new employees. You will work on technically challenging and interesting tasks in the field of software for biometric systems (fingerprints, face recognition etc.). The work includes development of biometric infrastructure (device drivers, libraries), middleware, interconnected systems, in small extent also applications or server/cloud software. Our main programming language is C/C++ and main operating systems Windows and Linux, but we will welcome additional knowledge of other languages (C#, Java, Swift, Kotlin) and OSes (Android, iOS). If you like this kind of versatile, non-boring job, want to work with friendly people in a nice environment, appreciate the stability of a large multinational company without the usual rigidity, and want to see the results of your work distributed all over the globe, send us your application. Who are we? HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely. We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. Check us out here: www.hidglobal.com and https://youtu.be/23km5H4K9Eo Biometric Identity Technologies BIO At the Biometric Identity Technologies Business Area, within HID, we aim to create a safer world with biometric solutions that enhance everyday life, ensuring trust and reliability in every interaction. As a trusted biometric leader, we seamlessly and ethically protect people, places, and things, where we create a secure and equitable environment where everyone’s data is protected and their privacy respected. Driven by years of innovation, we offer a broad range of biometric identity technologies for transactions requiring irrefutable proof of identity, such as customer onboarding, fraud prevention, loss prevention, seamless travel, forensic investigation, background checks, border security, and government benefit issuance. We provide peace of mind to a great array of organizations and industries who know that they are getting the highest level of safety and security through trusted identity.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and rewards package.
• Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance.
• A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture.
• Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential.
• To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds.