Chainguard

Software Engineer (Delivery) - Contract

India

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Cloud Native, Open Source, CybersecurityIndustries

Contract Engineer

Position Overview

Chainguard is seeking a motivated Contract Engineer to join a fast-moving delivery team focused on shaping the future of secure infrastructure. This is a 3-month contract role, with the potential to extend to 6 months. You will work hands-on with Wolfi and Chainguard Images, collaborating with experienced engineers and security experts.

Responsibilities

  • Package With Purpose: Build and refine Melange packages (APK) for Wolfi and our repositories, focusing on security, quality, size, and repeatability.
  • Build Secure Images: Produce container images for public and private consumption, ensuring a full suite of tests is included.
  • Automate All The Things: Design and implement robust, automated tests to ensure images deploy and run reliably.
  • Tame the Backlog Beast: Prioritize and address a rapid-fire queue of requests, shipping images that power critical infrastructure.
  • Champion Quality: Apply and evolve production standards, emphasizing detailed checks, zero surprises, and high-quality releases.

Requirements

  • Linux Proficiency: 1-2 years of hands-on experience with Linux.
  • Packaging Expertise: Fluency in packaging formats such as APK, RPM, DEB, Snap, or Flatpak.
  • Container Images: Experience building and debugging container images.
  • Cloud Native Tools: Practical experience with Kubernetes, Helm, and Terraform.
  • Programming Skills: Proficiency in at least one programming language, with a preference for Go, Python, or Shell.
  • Problem-Solving: Fierce debugging and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
  • Attention to Detail: A strong focus on quality, process, and meticulous detail.

Bonus Points

  • Active contributor or leader in open source communities.
  • Experience with vulnerability management and remediation.

Compensation

  • Hourly Rate: $30.00 USD | ₹2,575 INR | €25.57 EUR
  • Base Salary Range: $30 - $40 USD

Location Type

  • Remote-first

Employment Type

  • Contract

Who We Are

At Chainguard, we are setting the new standard for securing the software supply chain. Founded by open source and cloud-native trailblazers, our team is trusted by Fortune 500 companies and startups to deliver innovation with security built-in. We are passionate about containers, open source, and building technology that matters.

Mission: To be the safe source for open source.

Company Values:

  • Customer obsessed
  • Bias for intentional action
  • Don’t take ourselves too seriously (but we do serious work)
  • Trust each other and assume good intent

Why You’ll Love Chainguard

  • Collaborate with passionate, ego-free individuals dedicated to secure and meaningful software development.
  • Be empowered with autonomy and trust.
  • Enjoy a flexible, remote-first work environment where results are prioritized over hours.
  • Join a team that values building, learning, and maintaining a positive, fun-loving culture.

Explore Our Work

Join us to secure the supply chain, one image at a time!

Skills

Melange
APK
container images
Kubernetes
Helm
Terraform
Go
Python
Linux
RPM
DEB
Snap
Flatpak

Chainguard

Supply chain risk management and audits

About Chainguard

Chainguard specializes in managing risks in supply chains, particularly for businesses that rely on software. They conduct audits to identify risks and provide detailed reports with recommendations for improvement. Their unique offering includes a curated base container image distro, which helps businesses transition to secure software environments. Chainguard also provides supply chain observability services, allowing companies to track their software's origins and dependencies.

Kirkland, WashingtonHeadquarters
2021Year Founded
$249MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, CybersecurityIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Equity/stock options
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Remote Work Options
Home Office Stipend
Health Insurance
Wellness Program

Risks

Increased competition from other cybersecurity startups in the Seattle area.
Potential overvaluation risk with Chainguard's rapid valuation increase to $1.12 billion.
Rapid product expansion may lead to execution challenges for Chainguard.

Differentiation

Chainguard Images have 97.6% fewer vulnerabilities than industry alternatives.
The company offers a curated base container image distro for secure software supply chains.
Chainguard provides detailed audits and reports for supply chain risk management.

Upsides

Chainguard raised $140 million in Series C funding, boosting its growth potential.
Increased demand for secure container images aligns with Chainguard's core offerings.
Rising adoption of AI frameworks supports Chainguard's new CPU/GPU containers.

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