Software Engineer (Network Security)

About Maplecolo:

Maplecolo is a Toronto-based start-up specializing in data center services with quantum-safe protection. We have the ambitious goal of revolutionizing the way that the world runs data centers, generates, processes, exchanges, and secures data. We are using cutting-edge products like Distributed Symmetric Key Establishment (DSKE) technology to achieve these goals. We are experts in our field, passionate about pushing the boundaries into uncharted territories.

About the Role:

As a Software Engineer (Network Security) at Maplecolo, you will play a pivotal role in driving the growth and success of our flagship products. You will be a part of the software engineering team, responsible for a wide range of hands-on software engineering duties, including software development, delivery, and maintenance of a tool to monitor and inspect network packets with a focus on cryptography. Your love of learning and entrepreneurial mindset will be an asset to the team. Your ability to collaborate and approach problems hands-on will be essential for this role. You are excited about joining a friendly and supportive team, where there is ample opportunity to grow.

What you’ll do:

● Understand of network encryption standards and protocols from OSI L2-L4

● Knowledge of software integration across an enterprise environment

● Learn and adapt both themselves and their software to evolving requirements

● Be a collaborative and transparent team member

● Contribute to the design of the software architecture and the product

● Be technically hands-on, ready to dive into coding, troubleshooting, and developing automated solutions

● Participate in testing the product and features and developing new processes and procedures

What you’ll need to succeed:

● Strong proficiency in C++. Experience in Python, Js, and/or C

● Experience in enterprise software development environment

● Knowledge of post-quantum cryptography

● Expertise in software deployment in an enterprise setting

● 5- 10 years of experience as a back-end software engineer

● 5+ years experience in Linux

● Solid understanding of software architecture

● Solid experience with communication protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, etc.)

● Great communication skills

● A strong understanding of security

Requirements:

● You must have authorization to legally work in Canada

● Evening work

● Attendance at meetings during the evening

Qualifications:

● Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or related field

Language:

● English (required), French (a plus), Putonghua (a plus) and Cantonese (a plus)

Remuneration:

● Salary is negotiable or based on experience

● Work Location: In person

108 College Street, Toronto, ON