What we do:
Halcyon is the industry’s first dedicated, adaptive security platform that combines multiple proprietary advanced prevention engines along with AI models focused specifically on stopping ransomware.
Who we are:
Halcyon was formed in 2021 by a team of cyber industry veterans after battling the scourge of ransomware (and advanced threats) for years at some of the largest global security vendors. Comprised of leaders from Cylance (now Blackberry), Accuvant (now Optiv), Fireye and ISS X-Force (now IBM), Halcyon is focused on building products and solutions for mid-market and enterprise customers.As a remote-native, completely distributed global team, we recognize great talent can exist anywhere. We invite you to apply to a job you’re interested in and we'll work a plan to meet your needs.
The Role:
Halcyon’s goal is to deliver an anti-ransomware solution that breaks new ground as to what a security product can deliver. Aligned with this goal, Halcyon is looking for an experienced engineer to contribute to our quality assurance practices, ensuring that Halcyon’s code maintains a high quality standard. The high quality of code will allow Halcyon’s product to function properly across all scenarios helping to protect customers from the threat of ransomware.
Responsibilities:
Design, implement, and contribute to the development of our endpoint test automation framework
Document and develop automated tests aligned to the features we’re developing and bug reports
Design, document and develop tools to assist with testing
Setup and manage our testing environment
Contribute to and follow our Coding Style guidelines
Able to deliver quality results working autonomously and as part of a unit
Be a part of the company culture’s growth
Skills and Qualifications:
Ability to develop in Python
Familiarity with SQL
Understanding and experience with communications channels such as Protobuf, gRPC, Named Pipes, Minifilter Communication Ports, Device IO Controls, and Shared Memory
Experience with designing, implementing, and contributing to automated test frameworks
Ability to troubleshoot Windows applications using tools such as debuggers, system profilers, and process monitors
Knowledge of the Windows Security Model
Knowledge and experience using virtualization tools such as Docker and VMWare
Experience with Linux development
Experience with MacOS development
Good written and verbal communication with an ability to write technical documentation
Bonus Skills and Qualifications:
Knowledge of additional languages: Rust, C++
Experience with Windows performance testing and benchmarking
Familiarity working with the AWS Cloud
Background using Gitlab for CI/CD purposes
Fast pace startup past work experience
Past work experience testing and delivering an enterprise level security product
Benefits:
Halcyon offers the following benefits to eligible employees:
Comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, and vision) with premiums paid in full for employees and dependents.
401k plan with a generous employer contribution.
Short and long-term disability coverage, basic life and AD&D insurance plans.
Medical and dependent care FSA options.
Flexible PTO policy.
Parental leave.
Generous equity offering.
The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.Base Salary Range: $140,000 - $180,000Bonus Target: 10%In accordance with applicable state and federal laws, the range provided is Halcyon’s reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and location. Base pay is one part of the total package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and equity in the Company.
We understand it takes a diverse team of highly intelligent, passionate, curious, and creative people to develop the exceptional product we are building. Our dynamic team has incredible perspectives to share, just as we know you do, and we take great pride in being an equal opportunity employer.
