Staff Software Engineer at Entrust

Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Security, Biometrics, Identity VerificationIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field
8+ years of professional software development experience with a focus on full-stack engineering
4+ years of experience in a senior or staff-level engineering role with demonstrated technical leadership
Expert-level proficiency in at least two of the following: React/TypeScript, Swift/iOS development

Responsibilities

Lead the full-stack architectural design and implementation of biometric identity verification solutions spanning React web applications, Swift iOS SDKs, and Kotlin Android SDKs
Drive technical strategy and roadmap development for the Biometrics platform, ensuring alignment with emerging industry standards including NIST FRTE and FIDO Alliance requirements
Design and optimize Python-based AI/ML backend systems for biometric processing, with integration points across Ruby and Elixir microservices
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement privacy-compliant solutions adhering to BIPA, CUBI, ETSI, and GDPR regulations
Mentor and guide engineering teams through complex technical challenges, code reviews, and architectural decisions
Partner with product management and engineering leadership to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions
Champion software security best practices including secure SDLC, cryptographic implementation, and code obfuscation techniques
Lead the evaluation and integration of emerging technologies such as quantum-resistant cryptography and zero-knowledge proof systems
Drive continuous improvement of development processes, deployment pipelines, and system reliability
Represent Entrust's technical capabilities in industry forums and contribute to open-source biometric standards

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

ReactSwiftKotlinPythonAI/MLRubyElixirMicroservicesBiometricsFace MatchingLiveness DetectionNIST FRTEFIDO AllianceGDPR

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What technologies will I be working with in this role?

You will work with React for web applications, Swift for iOS SDKs, Kotlin for Android SDKs, and Python for AI/ML backend systems, along with Ruby and Elixir microservices.

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this Staff Software Engineer role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What does Entrust's company culture emphasize?

Entrust emphasizes curiosity, dedication, innovation, collaboration, and empowering careers through a flexible global workplace, with people as the secret weapon driving success.

What experience makes a strong candidate for this position?

Strong candidates have expertise in full-stack development across React, Swift, Kotlin, and Python AI/ML, experience leading architectural design, mentoring teams, and knowledge of biometric standards, privacy regulations, and emerging technologies like quantum-resistant cryptography.