Join a category-defining startup building the future of AI security. As a Systems Engineer, you will own the development of low-level, security-critical endpoint agents across Windows, macOS, and Linux. Working primarily in Rust, you'll design resilient client software that enables enterprises to adopt AI tools safely while protecting sensitive data in real-time.
Systems Engineer at Harmonic Security Inc.
Harmonic Security Inc. is defining a new category of AI security, and they're looking for a Systems Engineer to build the foundational agent architecture that protects enterprise data in real-time. Backed by $25M from top-tier VCs, this role offers the chance to work deep in the OS with Rust to secure the AI revolution. If you're a systems expert who thrives on building high-performance, cross-platform software and wants to join a fast-scaling startup with seasoned founders and a massive market opportunity, this is the career-defining move you've been waiting for.
Overview
Role overview
Company
Harmonic Security Inc.
Harmonic Security Inc. - Series A cybersecurity startup defining AI data protection.
Responsibilities
What you will do
- Design and optimize cross-platform security agent components in Rust to enforce data policy and collect system signals on-device.
- Conduct deep technical research into OS subsystems to implement cutting-edge product features and solve platform-specific challenges with precision.
- Build robust CI/CD pipelines and validation tooling to ensure stable, reproducible native application releases for global enterprise customers.
Candidate profile
Who this is a fit for
- Extensive professional experience in Rust or C++ systems programming, focusing on memory safety, concurrency, IPC, and platform-specific APIs.
- Proven track record of shipping production-grade security software such as EDR, XDR, or DLP agents across Windows, Linux, and macOS platforms.
- Disciplined engineering mindset with a passion for automated testing, observability, and using AI tools to accelerate the software development lifecycle.
What makes it remarkable
Why this role is remarkable
- Shape a new category of cybersecurity at a Series A startup backed by $25M from elite investors like Next47, Ten Eleven Ventures, and In-Q-Tel.
- Work at the OS level on high-impact software that runs on millions of devices, requiring extreme performance, reliability, and sub-500ms inference speeds.
- Join an AI-first engineering culture led by seasoned founders who previously scaled Digital Shadows, offering significant equity and high technical ownership.
Jack & Jill
How Jack & Jill work together
Meet Jack
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How does this work?
Jack's an AI agent for job searching and career coaching. He works for you.
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If it's a match and the company wants to meet you, they'll make the intro. In the meantime, if you'd like, Jack will send you excellent alternatives.