Software Engineer - AI Agent Team at StrongDM

Palo Alto, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Cybersecurity, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Authentic conviction that AI systems can improve outcomes for ourselves and our customers
4+ years of experience developing distributed systems in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP), preferably serving enterprise customers
Strong systems background in operating systems, distributed architectures, networking, concurrency, and database fundamentals
Expert command of Go, Rust, C, C++, or similar languages with an emphasis on high-performance, secure, systems-level programming
Demonstrated experience with agentic AI systems leveraging advanced large language models (LLMs)
An AI-first approach, using modern AI tools to enhance software engineering practices, research, and product innovation
Exceptional problem-solving skills, proven leadership qualities, and strong communication capabilities

Responsibilities

Designing and building performant, secure, and scalable distributed systems powering our AI-driven features
Developing APIs, SDKs, real-time systems, and secure networking protocols to meet enterprise-grade standards
Integrating cutting-edge AI models and frameworks to improve system intelligence and resilience
Writing high-quality, maintainable code using systems-level languages (Go, Rust, C/C++, etc.)
Collaborating closely with engineering peers, product managers, and security experts
(For senior+ levels) Leading initiatives, mentoring engineers, and contributing to technical architecture

Skills

AI Agents

Large Language Models

Zero Trust

Privileged Access Management

Automation

Cybersecurity

StrongDM

Provides secure privileged access management

About StrongDM

StrongDM provides secure privileged access to a company's infrastructure, covering both on-premises and cloud-based systems. Its platform simplifies access while minimizing risk, catering to businesses of all sizes in data-sensitive markets. The service operates on principles like Zero Standing Privileges and Just-in-Time access, ensuring that access is granted only when necessary and tailored to individual roles. This dynamic approach enhances security and streamlines the user experience, allowing employees to access resources instantly based on their specific needs. StrongDM's platform integrates seamlessly with various systems, from legacy databases to modern cloud tools, without requiring additional training. Unlike traditional solutions such as VPNs and jump boxes, StrongDM offers secure access from anywhere based on user identity, helping companies achieve Zero Trust security goals while maintaining an auditable access history for compliance.

Burlingame, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2015Year Founded

$107MTotal Funding

SERIES_CCompany Stage

Enterprise Software, CybersecurityIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

❤️ 100% remote permanently

🌴 7 weeks of accrued PTO + sick leave

👶 24 WEEKS of paid Parental leave (either parent)

👩‍⚕️100% employer paid insurance premiums (you + spouse + dependents)

📈Front-loaded equity

💰401k

💵$2500 to build a home office, plus a monthly $100 internet reimbursement

😋 Work/life balance (we’re serious about this)

Risks

Emerging competitors like Securily may challenge StrongDM's market position.

Expansion into EMEA and APAC may face regulatory and compliance challenges.

Integration of advanced security features may lead to technical challenges or delays.

Differentiation

StrongDM uses a zero-trust approach for secure access to critical infrastructure.

The platform eliminates shared credentials with Zero Standing Privileges and Just-in-Time access.

StrongDM integrates with major tech companies, enhancing service offerings and customer reach.

Upsides

StrongDM raised $34 million to expand into EMEA and APAC regions.

Increased demand for zero-trust solutions offers market expansion opportunities for StrongDM.

Integration with Google, Okta, AWS, and Splunk enhances StrongDM's platform capabilities.

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