Senior Kernel Developer

Arctic Wolf, with its unicorn valuation, is the leader in security operations in an exciting and fast-growing industry—cybersecurity. We have won countless awards for our excellence in security operations and remain dedicated to providing an industry-leading customer and employee experience.  

Our mission is simple: End Cyber Risk. We’re looking for a Senior Kernel Developer to be a part of making this happen.    

About the Role

Arctic Wolf Networks is looking for an experienced Kernel Developer to help us revolutionize the way that endpoint and network security is delivered to businesses. Our hardworking team is passionate about building a cloud-based solution that will solve the real-world security problems that IT professionals face. 

You Will: 

• Architect, design, develop, test and deliver software in an agile environment

• Architect, design and develop Kernel modules for our Agent

• Drive secure coding practices for your team

• Mentor, guide and oversee a team of highly skilled engineers in making technical decisions

• Continuously learn and expand your technical horizons

• Evaluate technologies and solutions and make recommendations with a view to achieving the required functionality, performance and stability of the system

Our Technology Stack: 

• Golang, C, C++, Rust, AWS Cloud Services, Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub

About You: 

• Expert knowledge of Windows, Linux or Mac Kernel

• Passionate about coding and solving technical challenges

• Have written device drivers or other kernel mode software

• Understands concepts like ETW, File System Drivers, Network filters

• Expertise in secure coding practices

• Experience with Windows Performance Recorder and Analyzer (or equivalent in Linux and Mac)

• Experience with Crash dump analysis

• Experience with performance optimization by finding performance bottlenecks in the code base

• Experience with Driver verifier and App verifier

About Arctic Wolf

At Arctic Wolf we’re cultivating a collaborative and productive work environment that welcomes a diversity of backgrounds, cultures, and ideas to make our teams even stronger as we grow globally. We’ve been named one of the 50 Most Innovative Companies in the world for 2022 (Fast Company)—and the 2nd Most Innovative Security Company. This is in addition to consecutive awards from Top Workplace USA (2021, 2022), Best Places to Work - USA (2021, 2022) and Great Place to Work - Canada (2021, 2022).   

Our Values

Arctic Wolf recognizes that success comes from delighting our customers, so we work together to ensure that happens every day. We believe in diversity and inclusion, and truly value the unique qualities and unique perspectives all employees bring to the organization. And we appreciate that—by protecting people’s and organizations’ sensitive data and seeking to end cyber risk— we get to work in an industry that is fundamental to the greater good.   

We celebrate unique perspectives by creating a platform for all voices to be heard through our Pack Unity program. We encourage all employees to join or create a new alliance. See more about our Pack Unity here.    

We also believe and practice corporate responsibility, and have recently joined the Pledge 1% Movement, ensuring that we continue to give back to our community. We know that through our mission to End Cyber Risk we will continue to engage and give back to our communities.   

All wolves receive compelling compensation and benefits packages, including:   

• Equity for all employees   

• Bonus or commission pay based on role   

• Flexible time off, paid volunteer days and paid parental leave   

• 401k and RRSP match  

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance   

• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Agreement   

• Voluntary Legal Insurance   

• Training and career development programs   

Arctic Wolf is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law. Arctic Wolf is committed to fostering a welcoming, accessible, respectful, and inclusive environment ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities. As such, we strive to make our entire employee experience as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for candidates and employees with disabilities and/or other specific needs where possible. Please let us know if you require any accommodations by emailing recruiting@arcticwolf.com.   

Security Requirements  

• Conducts duties and responsibilities in accordance with AWN’s Information Security policies, standards, processes and controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of AWN business information (in accordance with our employee handbook and corporate policies).  

• Must pass a criminal background check and an employment verification as a condition of employment.

• This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”).  Please note that, if applicable, an offer for employment will be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations.