Senior Software Engineer at Snyk

Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal

Snyk Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Cybersecurity, AI, Software DevelopmentIndustries

Requirements

  • At least 5 years of professional experience as a Backend Engineer, Software Developer, or similar role
  • Strong experience with Python or Go
  • Strong commitment to code quality, and the value of giving and receiving feedback through code reviews
  • Ability to deal with ambiguity, and respond with agility when requirements and priorities change
  • An ability to lift the performance of a team through coaching and mentoring of more junior engineers
  • Effective communicator both verbally and in writing

Responsibilities

  • Analyzing requirements, specifications, and technical design documents in preparation for development
  • Develop backend components that support new or existing features
  • Working with the different teams to discuss and implement technical solutions, and fix and identify bugs
  • Implementing tests for any developed code
  • Reviewing and testing teammate's code
  • Drive consensus with other engineers to build foundational infrastructure at scale, and work with others to ensure it is used broadly and consistently
  • Play a significant role in shaping our Snyk API and Web Product

Skills

Python
Go
Backend Development
Code Review
Unit Testing
Mentoring

Snyk

Cybersecurity for open source software vulnerabilities

About Snyk

Snyk specializes in cybersecurity for software-driven businesses, focusing on open source security. Its platform helps developers identify and fix vulnerabilities in their code through a dependency scanner that detects issues in open source dependencies and container images. Snyk stands out by integrating seamlessly into existing development workflows, allowing for quick development without sacrificing security. The company's goal is to enable businesses to develop software rapidly while ensuring it remains secure and compliant.

Boston, MassachusettsHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
$1,545.7MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, CybersecurityIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan

Risks

Delaying IPO may lead to investor impatience and confidence issues.
Integration challenges from multiple acquisitions could distract from core operations.
Workforce reduction by 10% might impact morale and innovation.

Differentiation

Snyk's developer-first approach integrates security seamlessly into development workflows.
The platform's focus on open source security addresses a critical market need.
Snyk's comprehensive toolset supports both small startups and large enterprises.

Upsides

Snyk's ARR reached $300 million, indicating strong financial growth.
Strategic acquisitions like DeepCode enhance Snyk's product offerings and revenue.
Partnerships with AWS expand Snyk's integration capabilities and market reach.

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