Senior Software Engineer

Gen is a global company powering Digital Freedom through consumer brands including Norton, Avast, LifeLock, Avira, AVG, ReputationDefender, and CCleaner. Our combined heritage is rooted in providing safety for the first digital generations. We bring leading technology solutions in cybersecurity, privacy and identity protection to more than 500 million users in 150 countries so they can live their digital lives safely, privately, and confidently today and for generations to come. We're always looking for smart, fearless, and dedicated people. Together, we have collective passion and a big vision to power Digital Freedom by protecting consumers and giving them control of their digital lives.

When you’re a part of Gen, you are provided access to a range of resources and support to ensure you can do your best work and live your best life. This includes flexible working options with generous time off and competitive benefits & compensation packages.

If this sounds like you—Gen has a dynamic, supportive culture with core values that celebrate diversity, promote teamwork, and encourage every team member to contribute and grow—join us!

About the role:

As a Developer Portal - Full Stack Engineer, you will play a key role in the design, development, and maintenance of our developer portal using Backstage, an open-source platform for building developer portals. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to create a seamless and user-friendly experience for our developer community, providing them with the tools and resources they need to be successful.
What you will do in the role:

• Portal Development: Design, implement, and maintain our developer portal using Backstage with a focus on user experience.

• Integration: Work with internal teams to integrate services, tools, and documentation into the portal.

• Customization: Tailor Backstage to meet the needs of our developer community and reflect our brand.

• Documentation: Develop clear documentation for APIs, SDKs, and tools.

• Collaboration: Coordinate with product managers, designers, and developers to deliver quality solutions.

• Feedback and Improvement: Collect feedback to enhance the portal and keep it a valuable resource.

• Stay Updated: Keep abreast of industry trends and Backstage updates to ensure the portal uses the latest technologies.

What you need to be successful in the role:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

• Proven experience as a Backstage Developer or similar role.

• Strong proficiency in JavaScript, React, and related web technologies.

• Experience with Backstage and its ecosystem is highly desirable.

• Familiarity with API design principles and best practices.

• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

What We Can Offer:

• Annual bonus scheme

• Unlimited PTO (paid time off), flexible working hours & home office.

• The chance to join a major global tech company listed on the S&P 500.

• Opportunity to learn and work with the best in the Digital Security industry.

• Cafeteria points are provided by Benefit Plus (meal plan, pension insurance, travel, free time activities, multisport card, and much more).

• Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses.

• Sustainable home improvement bonus.

• Mac/Windows laptop and mobile phone.

Gen is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on merit, experience, and business needs, without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, military or veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local law. Gen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination based on such protected characteristics and seeks to recruit the most talented candidates from diverse cultures and backgrounds. 

We also consider employment-qualified individuals with arrest and conviction records. In addition, we will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Learn more about pay transparency. 

Gen complies with all anti-discrimination laws. 

To conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government.