Senior Staff Software Engineer, Security Products

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy highly scalable and performant security-focused software and services.
• Contribute to the architecture and evolution of our security systems, ensuring they meet the demands of a high-throughput, large data environment.
• Collaborate closely with product, engineering, and operations teams to embed security best practices throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities across our infrastructure and applications.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of security awareness and excellence.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, technologies, and threats.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in software engineering, with significant exposure to building products at security companies or within security functions.
• Proven track record of designing and implementing high-throughput, scalable systems with large data requirements.
• Strong proficiency in at least one modern programming language (e.g., Go, Python, Java, Ruby).
• Deep understanding of security principles, best practices, and common attack vectors (e.g., OWASP Top 10).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, or similar) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with various security tools and technologies (e.g., SIEM, WAF, IDS/IPS, vulnerability scanners).
• Experience with streaming data processing systems (e.g., Kafka, Apache Thrift).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and rapidly evolving environment.

Nice to Have

• Experience with distributed systems and microservices architectures.
• Knowledge of cryptography and secure communication protocols.
• Contributions to open-source security projects.
• Relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, OSCP).

Qualifications

• Educational background or certifications are not explicitly specified, but extensive experience in security-focused software engineering is required.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary range of $233,400 - $291,840, with potential bonuses based on performance.
• Equity compensation, including equity grants upon hire and participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Reimbursement for relevant conferences, training, and education.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning's 10,000+ courses for continued growth and development.
• Supportive benefits including Employee Assistance Program, local meetups, flexible time off, and more.
• Remote role with flexible work arrangements.