Who We Are
Ontic provides software that helps corporate and government security teams identify threats, assess risk, and respond faster to keep people and organizations safe. Its Connected Intelligence Platform unifies security operations and data into a centralized system of record, enabling organizations to conduct risk assessments, protect against workplace violence, and manage threats and incidents more efficiently. Fortune 500 companies and federal agencies rely on Ontic to support security programs such as executive protection, threat intelligence, and corporate investigations.
Learn more at ontic.co or follow us on LinkedIn.
Who You Are
You are a passionate full stack engineer with deep expertise across frontend and backend systems. You thrive on solving complex technical challenges, architecting scalable solutions, and mentoring teams to raise the bar.
You embody Ontic’s values: Do Good Above All, Raise the Bar, Lead with Empathy, Walk the Walk, and Keep Moving.
Responsibilities
Design & Architecture: Architect and build scalable, reliable, and secure full stack solutions spanning backend services and frontend applications
Collaboration: Work closely with Product Managers, Designers, Frontend and Backend Engineers in an agile environment to deliver new features and enhancements
Code Quality & Reviews: Conduct code reviews, ensure high-quality, performant, and maintainable code across both backend and frontend stacks
Mentorship: Guide and mentor engineers in technical best practices, architecture decisions, and career growth
Performance & Security: Identify and address performance bottlenecks, scalability challenges, and security concerns across the stack
Lifecycle Ownership: Own product lifecycle end-to-end — from ideation and design through development, deployment, and operations
Innovation: Stay ahead of industry trends, advocate for engineering excellence, and introduce tools, frameworks, or practices to improve developer productivity
Technical Debt: Identify, prioritize, and remediate technical debt to ensure long-term maintainability
Preferred Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related fields
Experience:
6+ years of hands-on experience in software engineering, with deep knowledge of both backend and frontend technologies
At least 2 years in a senior/lead role driving technical decisions and mentoring teams
Backend Expertise:
Strong experience with service implementations in Java, Spring Boot, MongoDB, Elasticsearch
Experience with high-scale data systems and designing RESTful APIs
Frontend Expertise:
Expert-level proficiency with JavaScript, React, and modern frameworks
Strong grasp of state management (Redux, Zustand, React Query) and frontend performance optimization
Hands-on experience of Functional Programming in JS, ES2015+, React, NodeJS, Git, Webpack, TDD, Object-oriented JS, Jest, Tailwind, Typescript
Experience implementing responsive, accessible, and visually appealing UI
Solid understanding of browser rendering behavior, performance tuning, and debugging tools
General Skills:
Strong algorithmic and problem-solving ability
Understanding of system design, architectural patterns, and performance optimization
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, cloud environments (AWS/GCP/Azure), and DevOps workflows
Ability to balance hands-on coding with leadership responsibilities
Mindset:
Curiosity, drive to learn new technologies, and enthusiasm for delivering at high velocity
Ability to work independently while also enabling team success
Ontic Benefits & Perks
Competitive Salary
Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits
401k
Stock Options
HSA Contribution
Learning Stipend
Flexible PTO Policy
Quarterly company ME (mental escape) days
Generous Parental Leave policy
Home Office Stipend
Mobile Phone Reimbursement
Home Internet Reimbursement for Remote Employees
Anniversary & Milestone Celebrations
Ontic is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that celebrates diversity. We do not discriminate against any individual based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any factors protected by applicable law.
All Ontic employees are expected to understand and adhere to all Ontic Security and Privacy related policies in order to protect Ontic data and our clients data.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Ontic we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Ontic prioritizes the full inclusion of qualified individuals, providing necessary accommodations for those with disabilities to perform essential job functions. If you need assistance during the application or interview process or job tasks, please contact us at [email protected] or call (512) 572-7400
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What We Do
Ontic makes software that corporate and government security professionals use to proactively manage threats, mitigate risks, and make businesses stronger. Built by security and software professionals, the Ontic Platform connects and unifies critical data, business processes, and collaborators in one place, consolidating security intelligence and operations. We call this Connected Intelligence. Ontic serves corporate security teams across key functions, including intelligence, investigations, GSOC, executive protection, and security operations.
For more information please visit ontic.co or follow us on X or LinkedIn.
Why Work With Us
As Ontic employees, we put our mission first and value the trust bestowed upon us by our clients to help keep their people safe. We approach both our clients and each other with empathy while focusing on the execution of our strategy. And we have fun doing it.
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