Sysdig

Senior Software Engineer

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Hiring Remotely in USA

Remote

143K-179K Annually

Senior level

Cybersecurity

The leader in real-time cloud security

The Role

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will develop and maintain backend services and APIs, manage customer resources, and ensure solution scalability and reliability in a collaborative environment.

Summary Generated by Built In

At Sysdig, we believe cloud security isn't a compromise - it's a promise. From the start, our mission has been clear: to help organizations secure innovation in the cloud, the right way.

We created Falco, the open standard for cloud threat detection, and continue to lead the cloud security market with runtime insights, open innovation, and agentic Al. Creators of technology trusted by over 60% of the Fortune 500, Sysdig gives teams the real-time clarity to move fast and defend what matters most.

Culture matters here. We believe diversity fuels stronger ideas, and open dialogue drives sharper decisions. Recognized as a Best Place to Work and one of Deloitte's fastest-growing companies for the past 5 years, we're here to raise the standard for what cloud security and workplace culture should be.

If you have the passion to dig deeper, the desire to challenge convention, and the curiosity to build something better, Sysdig is the right place for you.

What you will do

You will maintain a software platform architecture responsible for handling customer journey of security installs, reporting to the Director, Engineering.
You will build and maintain health management of all of customer's installed resources
You will build micro-services handling datasets from large-scale customers from around the world
You will work on solutions designed for scalability, reliability and performance and will think creatively on solving novel problems
You will collaborate across the organization to understand user needs from the product team, execute development activities, collaborate with quality and then follow your solution into production by overseeing and monitoring its usage. Additionally participate in an on-call rotation to address any urgent issues

What you will bring with you

5 + years of professional working experience
Experience building backend services and APIs, along with data processing pipelines
Experience with microservices and distributed systems and experience with Go
Experience with Public clouds, such as AWS, GCP and Azure
Proficiency with testing methodologies, such as unit testing and integration testing
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

What we look for

You bring a 360 degrees view of development process lifecycle
You bring team ownership focus across all phases of development, from launch to maintenance
You bring a collaborative mindset that values trust in the team
You bring experience with large-scale and highly performant technical projects

When you join Sysdig, you can expect:

Extra days off to prioritize your well-being
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a 3% company match
Maternity and Parental Leave
Mental health support for you and your family through the Modern Health app
Full health benefits package for you and your family

The U.S. annual compensation range for this full-time position is between $143,000 and $179,000 USD/year. Actual offers may be higher or lower than this range based on a variety of factors, including your work location, job-related experience and education.

We would love for you to join us! Please reach out even if your experience doesn't perfectly match the job description. We can always explore other options after starting the conversation. Your background and passion will set you apart, especially if your career path is different.

Sysdig values a diverse workplace and encourages women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. Sysdig is an equal-opportunity employer. Sysdig does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.

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The Company

HQ: San Francisco, CA

700 Employees

Year Founded: 2013

What We Do

Sysdig delivers cloud security the right way with open innovation, agentic AI, and the uncompromising truth of runtime. In a world of black boxes and blind spots, Sysdig helps security and development teams prevent, detect, and respond to threats in the moment.

AI is only as powerful as the signals it receives, and Sysdig Sage™ – the first agentic AI analyst for cloud security – is fueled by the deepest runtime intelligence in the industry. It doesn’t just observe. It reasons and acts with the context, speed, and precision that modern teams need to build and defend innovation in real time. Founded by the creators of Falco and Wireshark, Sysdig is trusted by more than 60% of the Fortune 500 and is built for those who refuse to compromise on security.

Why Work With Us

Sysdig's global expansion is fueled by our dedicated "Sysdiggers," known for collaboration, innovation, & transparency. With a diverse, international presence, we value every voice & are committed to our core values. We prioritize well-being with a top-tier benefits package. Join us to empower our team, thrive, & deliver our best work globally.