Senior Software Engineer, Browser (C++)

Company: HP
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Location: Cambridge
Job Description:

Senior Software Engineer, Browser (C++)

HP Wolf Security is changing the future of endpoint security through delivering secure PCs with advanced hardware-enforced security features. We are growing the R&D team in Cambridge, UK and we’re looking for an experienced software developer to join the HP Wolf Security R&D team. You will be designing and developing our innovative security solution based on micro-virtualization and contributing to new features and products. Check out our technical blogs: https://threatresearch.ext.hp.com/blog.

We’re looking for a talented software engineer with a background in browser technologies and C++ development. This is a full‑time opportunity for a collaborative, hands‑on, experienced software developer to join a small but growing team.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package and career development opportunities. You’ll work flexible hours on a hybrid basis.

Responsibilities

  • Developing and maintaining core features of our secure browsing products
  • TypeScript and C++ development of a web extension
  • C++ development on a Chromium‑based secure browser
  • JavaScript and C++ development of a Firefox‑based secure browser
  • Python development of automation and test components

Requirements

  • Proficient in C++ design, coding, debugging, and testing
  • Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent

Exposure

  • Web extension development
  • JavaScript or TypeScript
  • Firefox Gecko code base
  • Chromium code base

About you

You’re out to reimagine and reinvent what’s possible in your career as well as the world around you. We love taking on tough challenges, disrupting the status quo, and creating what’s next. We’re looking for talented people inspired by big challenges, driven to learn and grow, and dedicated to making a meaningful difference.

About HP Wolf Security

The primary focus of the HP Wolf Security team is developing cyber security solutions to protect our customers’ devices and data. The digital threat landscape is ever‑changing and as the cyber security industry reacts and adapts to changes, so do the malware authors. Our unique micro‑virtualization technology ensures that customers are protected from even the most bleeding‑edge cyber security threats. That micro‑virtualization technology forms a key pillar in a wider cyber security suite we’re actively developing.

For more information, visit https://www.hp.com/uk-en/security/endpoint-security-solutions.html.

Disclaimer

  • This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, responsibilities, knowledge, etc. These may be subject to change and additional functions may be assigned as needed by management.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)

HP, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and prospective employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic predisposition or carrier status, uniformed service status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable national, federal, state, and local law(s).

Please be assured that you will not be subject to any adverse treatment if you choose to disclose the information requested. This information is provided voluntarily. The information obtained will be kept in strict confidence.

For more information, review HP’s EEO Policy or read about your rights as an applicant under the law here: “Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal”.

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Posted: July 23rd, 2026