Chainguard

Software Engineer (Delivery) - Contract

India

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

Requirements

Candidates should have 1-2 years of hands-on Linux experience and fluency in packaging formats like APK, RPM, DEB, Snap, or Flatpak. Experience building and debugging container images, practical knowledge of Kubernetes, Helm, and Terraform, and proficiency in at least one programming language (Go, Python, or Shell) are required. Strong debugging and problem-solving skills, along with an obsession with quality and details, are essential. Bonus points for active open source contributions or experience with vulnerability management.

Responsibilities

The Contract Engineer will build and refine Melange packages for Wolfi and Chainguard repositories, focusing on security, quality, size, and repeatability. They will produce container images for public and private use, incorporating a full suite of tests. Responsibilities include designing and implementing automated tests, prioritizing and addressing requests from a backlog to ship images, and applying and evolving production standards to ensure high-quality releases.

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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