Software Engineer - C++

Are you a passionate C++ engineer with deep expertise in modern C++ and cross-platform desktop security solutions? Are you ready to modernize and future-proof enterprise VPN and ZTNA products for Windows and Linux? Join us at Ivanti to deliver robust, high-performance security software that defends organizations worldwide against evolving cyber threats. Why this role matters As a Senior C++ Developer, you will be pivotal in modernizing and migrating Ivanti’s network security desktop clients from C++11 to C++20. Your work will directly impact the performance, security, and reliability of critical solutions protecting enterprises around the globe. Collaborating with distributed, multi-disciplinary engineering teams, you’ll apply expert knowledge of C++, cutting-edge build practices, and AI-driven development to elevate our products to new standards of quality and resiliency. What you’ll do: work on the architectural transition of our cross-platform VPN & ZTNA client from C++11 to C++20, leveraging the latest language features (Ranges, Concepts, Coroutines) for cleaner and safer code. Modernize and optimize complex Makefile-based build systems for Windows (MSVC) and Linux (GCC/Clang) to streamline development. Integrate AI coding assistants like GitHub Copilot into your workflow to accelerate refactoring efforts, automate unit test generation, and reduce technical debt. Develop new and enhanced security features, following the latest secure coding standards to eliminate vulnerabilities like buffer overflows, DLL injections, and memory-safety issues. Conduct thorough code reviews, mentor other developers, and foster best practices that keep our products robust and secure. Collaborate closely with platform engineers, QA, and security teams across Windows and Linux environments. Own the end-to-end delivery of modernization projects, from planning and execution through to deployment and post-release optimization. Continuously improve our engineering processes and product quality, embracing agile methodologies. What you will bring: 2+ years of experience in C++ development, with deep understanding of both C++11 and C++20 features and STL. Expert-level proficiency in designing and maintaining Makefile-based build systems for Windows and Linux. Hands-on experience using AI-powered coding tools to improve productivity and code quality. Strong software engineering fundamentals: data structures, OOP, and OS concepts. Proficiency with debugging and profiling tools (GDB, WinDbg, Valgrind, Perf) and version control (Git). Demonstrated ability to deliver secure, reliable features in high-stakes, cross-platform environments. Excellent code review, mentoring, technical leadership, and multi-layer debugging skills. Experience in Agile/Scrum development processes. Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities. Eagerness to learn, innovate, and support technical excellence across the team. Ability to work independently and take full ownership of modernization and migration initiatives. Nice to have: Understanding of networking and security concepts: TCP/IP stack, SSL/TLS, VPN technologies, firewall architecture. Familiarity with secure coding practices specific to network security products. Why Ivanti? Friendly, flexible schedules: Empower excellence from anywhere. Competitive compensation & total rewards: Health, wellness, and financial benefits tailored for you and your family. Diverse global teams: Collaborate with experts from 23+ countries. Learning & development: Access to best-in-class tools and programs for your continuous growth. Equity & belonging: We value every voice—your story shapes our solutions. What drives us: Ivanti’s mission is to elevate human potential within organizations by managing, protecting, and automating technology for continuous innovation. Our commitment to diverse and inclusive hiring, decision-making, and support for our staff and customers fuels our ability to build world-class solutions. Ready to make an impact? Apply now or reach out for more information. If you need accommodations during the process, contact [email protected]—we’re here to help. Ivanti is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and walks of life. #LI-VG2 Apply To This Job