Job Description

Tenable is seeking a Staff Software/Systems Engineer focused on performance optimization. The role involves writing high-performance, low-latency code, analyzing memory profiles, and optimizing data structures for maximum efficiency. The ideal candidate has a background in performance-critical domains like game engine development or high-frequency trading.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance systems
• Reduce memory allocations and GC pressure
• Troubleshoot production issues
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Provide input on architectural design
• Analyze low-level design trade-offs
• Participate in feature development
• Drive technical direction and foster collaboration

Requirements

• Proven track record in performance-critical domains
• Fluency in memory fundamentals
• Deep understanding of memory management
• Systems mindset with bit manipulation and pointer arithmetic skills
• Experience with performance tuning and profiling tools
• 4+ years of professional experience
• BSc in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent
• US Citizenship

Benefits

• No benefits