Framework Software Engineer

ExtraHop

Framework Software Engineer building high-performance C/C++ network detection and monitoring systems for ExtraHop. Designing scalable, reliable core services spanning protocol support, packet capture, metrics, and data storage.

Posted 8/12/2026full-timeRemote • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $145,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong expertise in C and C++ programming, with a solid understanding of networking fundamentals and performance-critical systems. Capable of independently diagnosing complex issues and contributing to scalable engineering solutions in agile environments.

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C ProgrammingC++ ProgrammingLinux Systems DevelopmentNetworking FundamentalsPerformance-Critical Systems

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Hard Skills

Go ProgrammingPython ProgrammingMultithreadingMemory ManagementInter-Process CommunicationDebugging with GDBData StructuresAlgorithmsSoftware Design PrinciplesRoot-Cause Analysis

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationGrowth MindsetCustomer-First Orientation

Tools & Technologies

Agile ProcessesPerformance ToolsObservability ToolsCloud PlatformsDistributed Systems

Industry Keywords

TCP/IPPacket ProcessingNetwork ProtocolsHTTPSMBKerberosTLSOn-Call PracticesProduction Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudDistributed SystemsGoLinuxPythonTCP/IP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, and maintain high-performance services for ExtraHop's core Framework systems, owning moderately complex to complex features with limited guidance
Work across networking layers to implement and enhance protocol support
Participate in technical design discussions and contribute to architecture decisions
Author clear technical documentation
Engage in agile processes including sprint planning, code reviews, and retrospectives
Maintain high standards for code quality and test coverage
Collaborate with Product, platform, infrastructure, and cloud teams to translate business requirements into scalable engineering solutions
Investigate, diagnose, and resolve production and performance issues independently
Conduct root-cause analysis and implement preventive measures
Contribute to platform modernization and evaluate and adopt new technologies or frameworks
Participate in on-call rotations and improve observability, reliability, and operational readiness

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, STEM, or a related field requiring systematic and analytical thinking
4+ years of professional experience designing and delivering production software
Strong expertise in C and C++ and other languages such as Go and Python
Experience developing on Linux systems, including multithreading, memory management, and IPC
Proven ability to build and maintain performance-critical systems
Proven ability to debug complex issues using tools such as gdb, coredumps, and performance tools
Strong understanding of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP and packet processing
Strong command of data structures, algorithms, and software design principles
Ability to decompose complex problems into clear, actionable engineering tasks
Ability to operate independently, manage competing priorities, and drive work to completion with minimal oversight
Strong collaboration and communication skills, growth mindset, and customer-first orientation
Nice-to-have: experience with network protocols such as HTTP, SMB, Kerberos, TLS, or Microsoft protocols
Nice-to-have: exposure to cloud platforms, preferably AWS, or distributed systems
Nice-to-have: experience with observability, on-call practices, and production systems
Nice-to-have: scripting experience in Python or similar

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits
Flexible PTO
Sick Time Prorated Based on Date of Hire
All Federal Holidays (US Only)
3 Days of Paid Volunteer Time
Annual Discretionary Bonus Plan eligibility for non-commissioned positions
FSA and Dependent Care Accounts
EAP, where applicable
Educational Reimbursement
401k with Employer Match or Pension where applicable
Pet Insurance (US Only)
Parental Leave (US Only)
Hybrid and Remote Work Model