Software engineer | Mid-senior | C++ | Threat protection team

The world’s most advanced VPN, and a whole lot more.

If you’re a curious problem-solver who carves their own path, join the team behind Threat Protection Pro, the NordLynx protocol, and the fastest VPN on the planet—tools that put privacy, security, and control back in people’s hands.

Your impact? Helping millions take back control of their online security, privacy, and data.

The Threat Protection department is responsible for all of the cybersecurity features inside our products to secure our users from malicious actions and ensure customer privacy. To achieve the desired security goals, we are sharp and base our attitude on high ethical standards and integrity.

Our Threat Protection team combines its expertise and innovative approach to develop advanced, trustworthy products for our users. We acknowledge that success starts with having the right people in the right place. Currently, we’re looking for new team members to join us.

The Threat Protection Team’s mission is encoded in its name - we provide threat protection software-defined solutions for our users. Our team is passionate about solving complex systems, network, software development, automation, and programming-related riddles. Our projects vary from the privacy of the user to malware protection. The team writes code that is deployed at scale, serving hundreds of thousands of customers worldwide. That sounds like the challenge you were looking for - read on!

Main responsibilities

• Collaborate with a talented team to deliver advanced Threat Protection features for the NordVPN application, enhancing our customers’ digital security;
• Develop new software features and continuously improve existing functionalities by reviewing, optimizing, debugging;
• Work across a diverse range of software components, including drivers, system extensions, libraries, tools, and native applications;
• Ensure the quality of your work through comprehensive testing using appropriate and effective methods;
• Conduct code reviews, offering constructive feedback on performance, logic, and maintainability to maintain a high standard of code quality and consistency.

• Experience with C/C++
• Some experience with C# or Swift and willingness to learn and work with the other as needed
• Experience in Systems Programming
• A high sense of responsibility and ownership: you care about the quality of your work and want to get better at it continuously
• Open communication style and transparency
• Positive attitude towards feedback, new ideas, self-improvement, and others.

Nice to have

• Experience in multi-language interoperability
• Build system and package manager knowledge (CMake, Conan v2 or similar)
• Windows and/or MacOS API expertise.

• Innovate with industry leaders Work alongside global experts to build world-leading cybersecurity tools, impacting millions of users around the world.
• Learn & grow Boost your skills via our extensive training programs (online and offline) & other resources. Benefit from mentorship and career-switch opportunities to grow within the company.
• Work in a next-gen Cyber City office Thrive in our bustling office, featuring ergonomic workspaces, modern meeting rooms, engaging events, and specialty coffee to fuel your day.
• Work from anywhere Recharge with a change of scenery – choose work from any location when you feel a need to power your creativity and drive.
• Physical well-being Boost your health with free-of-charge 24/7 gym access, onsite and online workouts, and consultations led by in-house Physical Well-Being experts.
• Mental & emotional health Nurture your mind with free psychologist consultations, dedicated mental health events, and premium access to top-rated wellness apps like Calm, Headspace, and Mindletic.
• Premium healthcare Receive private health insurance giving you peace of mind for your health needs.
• Extra days off Enjoy additional vacation days off as you grow with us. Plus, get extra days for sick leave, special occasions, or parenting needs.
• Joyful moments – special treats Celebrate life’s big moments with special gifts from us on your birthday, anniversary, and other major events, such as weddings or the arrival of a new family member.
• Company events & team-building Experience iconic Nord Security celebrations, team-buildings, and knowledge-sharing events, nurturing bonds that fuel our success.
• Workation Embark on a legendary company getaway abroad, filled with exciting activities, live concerts, engaging workshops, and epic time together.