Fortanix is a dynamic start-up solving some of the world’s most demanding data protection challenges for companies and governments around the world. Our disruptive technology maintains data privacy across its entire lifecycle -- at rest, in motion, and in use across any enterprise IT infrastructure -- public cloud, on-premise, hybrid cloud, and SaaS.
In today's world, where data spreads across various clouds and devices, traditional security measures aren't enough. Businesses need a dynamic approach to defend against constant cyber threats and ensure agile data security. Fortanix leads the way in data-centric cybersecurity for hybrid multicloud environments, using advanced cryptography, encryption, and confidential AI solutions.
As data breaches become more frequent and traditional defenses fall short, we focus on data exposure management to keep your information safe. Our unified data security platform addresses vulnerabilities in hybrid multicloud environments, defends against threats, and makes it easier to discover, assess, and fix data exposure risks. Whether implementing a Zero Trust model or preparing for the post-quantum computing era, we help businesses worldwide protect their most sensitive data, wherever it is.
Our commitment to solving the world’s toughest data security challenges has earned Fortanix multiple Cybersecurity Excellence and Innovation Awards, as well as recognition from industry giants such as Microsoft, Intel, ServiceNow, and Snowflake.
Our team includes industry leaders and cryptography experts, creating a culture of trust, innovation and collaboration where every voice is valued. Recognized as a Great Place to Work, we're looking for passionate individuals to help us shape the future of data security and work towards a safer digital future.
As a Software Engineer at Fortanix, you will play a critical role in designing, building, and maintaining our platform. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to enhance and optimize the performance and scalability of our cloud security solutions.
In this role, you will:
- Collaborate with product managers and other engineers to determine customer requirements and translate them into technical solutions
- Design, develop, and deploy observability features and functionality for our cloud security platform
- Optimize and scale our observability infrastructure to handle large volumes of data efficiently
- Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure the overall quality and stability of the codebase
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of software development processes and practices
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a deep understanding of backend and security engineering.
- Is familiar with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
- Is proficient in at least one programming language, such as Rust, Go, Java or C++
- Is proficient with at least one of the cloud-based technologies, preferably AWS, Azure and GCP
- Is proficient with database architecture, scaling, and optimization
- Has competence with CI/CD procedures and microservice architecture
- Can contribute to defining security best-practices, and work on "Shift Left" security to guarantee application security at the earliest stages of development.
- Has excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Is self-motivated and can work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Communicates effectively and enjoys collaborating with others
If you are passionate about observability and want to make a meaningful impact in the field of cloud security, we would love to hear from you. Join us at Fortanix and be part of our mission to redefine what cloud security means.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience as a software engineer
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- Strong experience in infrastructure architecture and design.
- Strong experience in backend development and building distributed systems
- Proficiency in at least one programming language, such as Rust, Go, Java or C++
- Experience with cloud-based technologies, preferably AWS, Azure and GCP
- Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Benefits
Mediclaim Insurance – Employees and their eligible dependents including dental coverage
Personal Accident Insurance
Internet Reimbursement
Employee Stock Options
Fortanix is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace with equal opportunity for all applicants and teammates. Our goal is to recruit the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other status. If you’re interested in working in a fast-growing, exciting working environment – we encourage you to apply !
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What We Do
Fortanix is a data-first multi-cloud security company and a pioneer in Confidential Computing. Today, data is spread across clouds, SaaS, applications, storage systems and data centers. Fortanix decouples security from infrastructure to address the challenges of securing sensitive data, wherever it may be located, across its entire life cycle, whether it is at-rest, in-motion or in-use. Fortanix customers include organizations of all sizes and a wide range of verticals, including some of the biggest global brands and Fortune 50 companies. Fortanix is a founding member of the Confidential Computing Consortium and has a strong ecosystem of strategic partners including Intel, Microsoft, AWS, Google, Snowflake and ServiceNow. Fortanix has been a recipient of many industry awards and recognitions including Gartner Cool Vendor.
