Remote C/C++ Software Engineer - Data Recovery Tools Job at DriveSavers Data Recovery
USA
a day agoJob Overview
DriveSavers Data Recovery is hiring a remote candidate for C/C++ Software Engineer - Data Recovery Tools. This is a full time position. Work location: USA.
The role typically involves technologies such as Python, Rust, REST, software engineering, engineer.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze proprietary on-disk formats and metadata to identify recovery strategies across all layers of the storage stack
- Design and implement libraries and applications in C/C++ (or other suitable languages) for parsing, reconstructing and extracting data from a variety of storage systems, file system and backup applications.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to validate tool output and improve recovery workflows
- Contribute to build system and automation infrastructure by integrating tools with source control, CI pipelines, and dependency managers (e.g., Git, GitHub Actions, Conan)
Required Skills
Primary Skills
- Python
- Rust
- REST
Secondary Skills
- software engineering
- engineer
Skills required for this role include Python, Rust, REST, and related tools for day-to-day development.
Job Details
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Location: USA
- Salary: $25000 – $40000 USD
Tech Stack
Python, Rust, REST, software engineering, engineer
Role details
Overview
DriveSavers is seeking an experienced software engineer with expertise in C/C++ and familiarity with storage technologies to help enhance our data recovery toolset. This is a highly technical, hands-on position focused on analyzing proprietary storage and backup formats, and developing robust recovery tools to retrieve critical customer data from damaged or inaccessible systems.
Responsibilities
Skills required
Advanced proficiency in C/C++, with a focus on systems-level and performance-critical development
Experience with binary data formats, storage technologies and file system internals
Familiarity with backup solutions and technologies
Familiarity with compression and encryption algorithms and implementations
Bonus: Experience in static and dynamic binary analysis, malware analysis, or digital forensics (e.g., IDA Pro, Ghidra)
Bonus: Working knowledge of Python or Rust for scripting and prototyping
Additional Information
This is a remote position open to candidates worldwide
Availability for some collaboration during U.S. business hours is preferred
Confidentiality and data security are critical -- background screening may be required
Interested? If you're passionate about low-level development and solving complex data recovery challenges, we'd love to hear from you. Reach out directly for more information.