Senior Software Engineer
Location: Prague, Czech Republic
Job ID:9637
Who are we?
HID Global 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 4,000 worldwide employees. Check us out here: www.hidglobal.com and https://youtu.be/23km5H4K9Eo
HID’s Extended Access Technologies Department:
Driven by years of innovation, the EAT business unit, within HID Global, offers a broad range of biometric technologies that benefit any transaction requiring irrefutable proof of identity — such as access control, customer onboarding, fraud prevention, loss prevention, time and attendance, 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.
For our newly created 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). You do not need to be an expert in all of this stuff. As we are hiring multiple new engineers, we can adjust your specific tasks to your skills and experience. 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.
As our Senior Software Engineer, you’ll support success by:
- 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.
Your Experience and Education includes:
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred) in relevant field of study.
- Experience: Minimum 3 years (MA) or 5 years (BA).
- Substantial experience in C/C++ programming.
- 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.
What we will love about your background:
- A fast learning, innovative and persistent person with wide interest in applications like system programming, applied cryptography, identification and authentication.
- 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
- Knowledge of software development for Android or iOS.
- Knowledge of device driver development for Windows, Linux or other OSes (iOS, Android).
- Knowledge of supporting device virtualization for VMware or other virtualization platforms.
- Knowledge of supporting remote device access for Citrix or other remote desktop server platforms.
- Knowledge of secure and platform independent coding.
- Knowledge of applied cryptography, PKI, X.509 certificates and information security principles.
- Knowledge of Python for task automation purposes (build & test scripts).
- Basic knowledge of AI and deep learning
- Ability to effectively communicate in the English language, both verbally and in writing.
- Working knowledge of Czech or Slovak is an advantage.
Why apply?
- Empowerment: You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise.
- Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive ambitious change.
- Integrity: You are results-orientated, reliable, and straightforward and value being treated accordingly.
We make it easier for people to get where they want to go!
On an average day, think of how many times you tap, twist, tag, push or swipe to get access, find information, connect with others or track something. HID technology is behind billions of interactions, in more than 100 countries. We help you create a verified, trusted identity that can get you where you need to go – without having to think about it.
When you join our HID team, you’ll also be part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, the global leader in access solutions. You’ll have 50,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.
On an average day, think of how many times you tap, twist, tag, push or swipe to get access, find information, connect with others or track something. HID technology is behind billions of interactions, in more than 100 countries. We help you create a verified, trusted identity that can get you where you need to go – without having to think about it.
When you join our HID team, you’ll also be part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, the global leader in access solutions. You’ll have 50,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.
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