Software Engineer (Linux)

About this role

Build Proton Drive’s Linux desktop client from the ground up as a greenfield, open-source project. You’ll integrate it with Linux system components and Proton’s SDK, while working with the Windows and Mac teams to support cross-client features and tests.

About the company

Proton builds end-to-end encrypted email, VPN, storage, password, and related privacy tools for individuals and businesses.

The team

Proton Drive Desktop Team

Stack

What you'll do

• Design and implement the Proton Drive Linux desktop client.
• Build production-quality open-source software.
• Integrate with Linux system components, including filesystem support for file synchronization.
• Contribute Linux features to the platform-agnostic SDK and CLI tooling.
• Develop cross-client automated and end-to-end tests with Windows and Mac engineers.
• Implement telemetry for performance analysis, debugging, and support.
• Own Linux build pipelines, packaging, and distribution across major distributions.

What we're looking for

• 5+ years developing Linux desktop client software, including GUI and CLI applications.
• Experience applying software code-quality best practices.
• Experience with DevOps practices such as CI/CD.
• Experience with Git workflows, including code reviews, branching, and merging.
• Experience developing, distributing, packaging, and maintaining open-source software for multiple Linux distributions.
• Experience managing the full software development lifecycle.
• Willingness to work mostly from the office.

Nice to have

• Linux desktop development with GTK+ or Qt.
• Rust experience.

Benefits

• Stock options.
• Health coverage, retirement options, generous leave, and wellness support.
• Office lunch and snacks.
• Public transport, bike, or parking allowance.
• Flexible working hours.