Software Engineer at Snyk

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Technology, CybersecurityIndustries

Requirements

At least 5 years of commercial experience as a Software Engineer
Experience in large-scale software systems design, and familiarity with fundamental computer science concepts (algorithms, complexity, data structures)
Proficiency in at least one of our core programming languages (Go, TypeScript), and a willingness and enthusiasm for learning new languages and technologies
Experience in at least one of: Building highly reliable, scalable microservice back-ends for web APIs or applications, or other types of large-scale, high reliability systems

Responsibilities

Analyzing, designing, and implementing high-quality solutions to problems with well-tested, maintainable code
Building systems with the long-term in mind, focusing on good design, robust testing, and sustainability from the perspective of cost and scale
Supporting customers by resolving bugs and customer support escalations
Designing solutions to problems which typically require multiple engineers to implement
Demonstrating end-to-end ownership for the delivery of key efforts, and leading peers in the delivery of particularly broad efforts as a technical lead
Providing mentorship to more junior engineers, and playing a role in growing the next generation of engineers at Snyk

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

GoTypeScriptSystems DesignAlgorithmsData StructuresScalable Systems

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote?

Yes, this is a remote position.

What is the salary for this Software Engineer role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What skills and experience are required for this role?

Candidates need at least 5 years of commercial experience as a Software Engineer, experience in large-scale software systems design with knowledge of algorithms, complexity, and data structures, proficiency in Go or TypeScript, and experience building highly reliable, scalable microservice back-ends.

What is the company culture like at Snyk?

Snyk features a dynamic, collaborative team environment focused on empowering developers to build secure software, with opportunities for mentorship and leading cross-functional efforts.

What makes a strong candidate for this Software Engineer position?

Strong candidates have 5+ years of experience, expertise in large-scale systems design and core CS concepts, proficiency in Go or TypeScript, and hands-on experience building scalable microservices, along with leadership and mentorship skills.

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