Senior C++ Engineer
Duck Duck Go · Remote
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## Senior C++ Engineer ### Who we are Hi, we’re **DuckDuckGo**—an online protection company and **remote-first** team of **400+** on a mission to raise the standard of trust online. Founded in **2008** and profitable since **2014**, we serve millions of users worldwide through our browser, search engine, and subscription products. ### Your team and role You’ll work on the **C++ Functional Team**, building **high-performance C++** at the core of DuckDuckGo’s browser using **modern C++** and **Chromium**. **You can expect to work on projects like:** - **Tracker blocking** that stops hidden trackers on every site without slowing page loads - Bringing **VPN** and **Personal Information Removal** into the browser through the **DuckDuckGo subscription** - Catching **startup and responsiveness regressions** automatically to keep the browser fast as it grows As a **Senior C++/Chromium Engineer**, you’ll **lead complex projects** from **proposal through post-mortem**—turning vague problems into clear plans, building in a large modern C++ codebase, and using **metrics** to demonstrate impact. ### About you - Ability to **lead and collaborate** on high-impact, complex projects end-to-end (proposal → post-mortem) - Strong skills to **clarify vague problems**, propose solutions, and execute with a **metrics-driven** mindset - **7+ years** of software engineering experience - **Advanced modern C++** expertise (**C++23 or newer**), including memory management, concurrency, and performance profiling - Experience driving technical work end-to-end on **large-scale C++ codebases** - Comfort with **large build systems**, **debuggers**, and **profilers** - Experience shipping software to a **large consumer audience** - Solid CS foundation (algorithms and data structures) - **Bonus:** Windows development experience - **Bonus:** experience with browsers (Chromium/WebKit/WebView), game engines, or large desktop applications ### Compensation Paid on a **regional pay scale** (local currency) with **stock options**: - **United States:** $190,500 USD annually - **United Kingdom:** £134,600 GBP annually - **Canada:** C$253,500 CAD annually - **Europe / Rest of World:** €157,350 EUR annually In **Spain**, pay is expected to transition to the **EUR scale on Jan 1, 2027**; in other **Europe/Rest of World** countries on **Feb 1, 2027**. ### Hiring process Hiring works best as a two-way street. Learn more about how we hire: https://duckduckgo.com/how-we-hire ### Diversity, equity, and inclusion DuckDuckGo provides equal work opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, email: **careers@duckduckgo.com** ### Please note - You’ll be required to attend meetings **on camera** via video conferencing - Expect to travel **at least two times per year** (all-hands meetup + team retreat) - Flexible work arrangement with **no core hours**, but expect an average **40 hours/week** - A successful candidate must pass a **background check** - By applying, you confirm submitted information is accurate and complete ### AI in the hiring process (disclosure) DuckDuckGo uses AI to assist with reviewing and summarizing applications and test projects, including tools integrated into recruitment vendor platforms. Final evaluations and hiring decisions are made by the hiring team. Recruiting privacy policy: https://duckduckgo.com/static-assets/files/pages/careers/DuckDuckGo-Recruiting-Priv
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