Senior Software Engineer - Backend

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Software Engineer - Backend based in United States.

This role offers the opportunity to build high-impact backend systems that protect critical industrial environments and support the security of essential infrastructure. You will contribute to the development of a leading cybersecurity platform, solving complex technical challenges alongside a collaborative engineering team. The position is designed for a product-minded engineer who enjoys creating reliable, scalable solutions beyond simply writing code. You will work across the full software development lifecycle, from architecture and implementation to optimization and troubleshooting. The ideal candidate is passionate about backend engineering, continuous improvement, and building technology that makes a meaningful difference. You will join a remote-first environment that values ownership, technical excellence, transparency, and collaboration. This is an opportunity to work with modern technologies while helping shape the future of industrial cybersecurity.

Accountabilities:: The Senior Software Engineer - Backend will design, develop, and optimize high-performance backend systems while contributing to a mission-driven cybersecurity platform. This role requires strong technical ownership, collaboration across teams, and a commitment to building secure, scalable, and maintainable software solutions.

Design and implement robust, scalable, and testable backend systems and tools using Rust.

Improve existing software architectures by identifying opportunities to increase performance, reliability, and efficiency.

Participate throughout the complete software development lifecycle, including design, development, debugging, testing, and optimization.

Develop solutions that address complex technical challenges in cybersecurity and industrial environments.

Collaborate with product teams and engineering peers to deliver customer-focused capabilities.

Integrate with third-party devices, data providers, and external systems while ensuring reliable data flows.

Provide and receive constructive peer feedback through regular engineering review processes.

Stay current with advancements in Rust, backend engineering practices, security concepts, and software design methodologies.

Contribute ideas that improve engineering processes, product quality, and technical standards.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate is an experienced backend engineer who combines strong software development skills with curiosity, ownership, and a passion for solving complex problems. You should be comfortable working in fast-paced environments, collaborating across disciplines, and building systems that operate at scale.

5+ years of experience developing backend systems in high-performance engineering environments.

Strong proficiency in Rust and experience applying modern software engineering principles.

3+ years of experience working with relational databases such as PostgreSQL.

3+ years of experience working with NoSQL databases such as Elasticsearch.

Experience designing and developing microservices architectures.

Strong understanding of networking concepts, including VLAN, SDN, and VXLAN.

Experience integrating software with third-party devices and external data sources.

Experience incorporating AI tools, models, or services into development workflows.

Knowledge of secure software development practices and cybersecurity concepts.

Experience with cloud-first development and deployment environments.

Familiarity with additional programming languages such as Kotlin, Go, or Python in production settings is a plus.

Experience with information security products, network security architectures, or industrial cybersecurity solutions is highly valued.

Ability to communicate effectively, collaborate with teammates, and contribute to a culture of continuous learning.

Benefits:

Competitive salary of approximately $165,000 annually.

Competitive equity package.

Comprehensive benefits plan.

Remote-first work environment with flexibility.

Opportunity to work on technology protecting critical infrastructure worldwide.

Collaborative culture focused on trust, transparency, and professional growth.

Opportunity to contribute to meaningful cybersecurity solutions with real-world impact.

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