Senior Software Development Engineer - Services in London

At Proton, we believe that privacy is a fundamental human right and the cornerstone of democracy. Since our inception in 2014, we have dedicated ourselves to providing free and open-source technology to millions worldwide, ensuring access to privacy, security, and freedom online. Our journey began with Proton Mail, the largest secure email service globally, and has since expanded to include Proton VPN, Proton Calendar, Proton Drive, and Proton Pass. These tools empower individuals and organizations to take control of their personal data, break away from Big Tech’s invasive practices, and defeat censorship.

Proton is a profitable company that does not rely upon VC funding, supporting over 100 million user accounts with a growing team of over 500 people from over 50 different countries. We value intelligence, learning potential, and ambition in our hiring process. Adaptability is key as we navigate uncharted territories and redefine how business is conducted online.

Our business unit, Inbox, is a cross-functional team of about 60 engineers, product managers, designers, and data analysts driving the development of Proton Mail and Proton Calendar. Our mission is to create an end-to-end encrypted solution with a better user experience than any other productivity products on the market. We are in the process of rebuilding our client applications on a new, innovative technology stack centred around cross-platform Rust code.

As a Senior Software Engineer in the Inbox Desktop team, you will play a crucial role in driving the development of the Proton Mail Desktop App. You are adept at turning technical complexities into seamless user experiences. Effective teamwork, data-driven decision-making, using APIs wisely, collaboration with Product, Design, and other teams are essential aspects of this role.

We are rooted in science, and according to both academic research and empirical evidence, teams that feel safe to take risks and express their ideas are more likely to be innovative and perform better. You will play a key role in helping us create such an environment across the entire organization.

Responsibilities include:

• Assessing new technologies and supporting cross-team and cross-business unit technical decision making.
• Transforming product specifications into technical requirements and leading your team to their successful implementation.
• Ensuring high-quality user experiences within our product portfolio by implementing, deploying, and maintaining existing and new features.
• Enhancing software development lifecycle, tools, and processes to improve developer experience and ensure our solutions are scalable.
• Coding: Writing clear, concise, and testable code to maintain and elevate the quality of our codebase.
• Project management: Managing the scoping, planning, and execution of new features, technical initiatives, and greenfield projects.
• Fostering a culture of learning, creativity, and accountability for the best possible work through mentorship and team development.

Experience:

• Significant, relevant professional software development experience with Rust programming language or a strong background in modern C++ and reasonably complex Rust pet projects.
• Experience in developing high-quality, fast, Windows and Linux cross-platform desktop applications.
• A product mindset with a focus on offering outstanding user experience in a successful business environment.
• Ability to make architectural decisions and contribute to strategic planning and product directions.
• Able to write effective engineering documents.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot customer issues remotely while protecting our user’s privacy.
• Understanding of secure coding practices and a commitment to maintaining high levels of security and privacy.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

Bonus Points For:

• Familiarity with using unidirectional data-flow.
• Experience with Grafana, Metabase, or other monitoring platforms.
• Experience in B2B, preferably in online privacy and/or productivity contexts.

Office First: You can also enjoy working from home up to 30% of the time, while enjoying great company during our three core days in the office. We provide all the devices and software you need to excel in your role, ensuring you have the best tools at your disposal to achieve your goals.

We are committed to your professional growth. Proton offers various learning opportunities, including training programs, conferences and events, and continual learning. Comprehensive health insurance plans, competitive retirement savings options, generous vacation and leave policies, and wellness programs are also provided.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: At Proton, we believe diversity drives innovation and strengthens our mission to provide privacy as a default for all. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered.