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Senior Software Engineer

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In the cloud, every second counts. On the leading edge of security, Sysdig stops attacks in real-time by instantly detecting changes in cloud security risk with runtime insights and open source Falco. Trusted by a large enterprise customer base, we are a well-funded startup, passionate open source enthusiasts at heart, and problem-solvers who are building and delivering powerful solutions to secure cloud-native applications.

We have an organizational focus on delivering value to customers. We appreciate diverse opinions and open dialogue to spur ideas and we believe in working together to achieve our goals. We're an international company that understands how to cultivate an inclusive environment across all teams.

And we're a great place to work too - we've been named a "Best Places to Work" by Inc, the San Francisco Business Time, and Built In, with recognitions ranging from "Best Benefits" to a "Best Company for Happiness".

We are looking for driven team members who want to join us on our mission to lead cloud security globally. Does this sound like the right place for you?

What you will do

  • Reporting into the Sr. Engineering Manager you will architect efficient and reusable code that creates complex applications
  • You will design features built on top of our data architecture
  • You will contribute with high quality code and promote best practices around development
  • You will manage complex projects in close collaboration with Product Managers and other Software Engineers
  • You will participate in an on-call rotation to address any urgent issue
  • What you will bring with you

  • Solid experience with Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) principles. Drive to staying informed about relevant technology trends and developments new programming languages as needed.Hands-on experience with Go is a strong plus.
  • Experience with backend engineering fundamentals, including RESTful API design, microservice-based architectures, and modern communication protocols such as gRPC and GraphQL. Proficient in working with both relational and NoSQL databases.
  • Demonstrated ability to write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following industry best practices
  • Experience with writing unit, integration, and end-to-end tests to ensure robustness and reliability of code
  • Strong focus on performance, security, and scalability while implementing features
  • What we look for

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field
  • 5+ years of experience developing scalable and secure Backend services
  • Team work and focus on collaboration
  • When you join Sysdig, you can expect

  • Extra days off to prioritize your well-being
  • Mental health support for you and your family through the Modern Health app
  • Great compensation package
  • Additional Information

    We would love for you to join us! Please reach out even if your experience doesn't perfectly match the job description. We can always explore other options after starting the conversation. Your background and passion will set you apart, especially if your career path is different.

    Some of our Hiring Managers are globally distributed, an English version of your CV will be appreciated.

    Sysdig values a diverse workplace and encourages women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. Sysdig is an equal-opportunity employer. Sysdig does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.

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