Senior Software Engineer - C++ or GoLang | OS concepts | Design patterns | Scalability

Job Title:

Senior Software Engineer - C++ or GoLang | OS concepts | Design patterns | Scalability

About Skyhigh Security:

Skyhigh Security is a dynamic, fast-paced, cloud company that is a leader in the security industry.  Our mission is to protect the world’s data, and because of this, we live and breathe security. We value learning at our core, underpinned by openness and transparency. 

Since 2011, organizations have trusted us to provide them with a complete, market-leading security platform built on a modern cloud stack. Our industry-leading suite of products radically simplifies data security through easy-to-use, cloud-based, Zero Trust solutions that are managed in a single dashboard, powered by hundreds of employees across the world. With offices in Santa Clara, Aylesbury, Paderborn, Bengaluru, Sydney, Tokyo and more, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. 

Skyhigh Security Is more than a company; here, when you invest your career with us, we commit to investing in you. We embrace a hybrid work model, creating the flexibility and freedom you need from your work environment to reach your potential. From our employee recognition program, to our ‘Blast Talks' learning series, and team celebrations (we love to have fun!), we strive to be an interactive and engaging place where you can be your authentic self. 

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Role Overview:

Own, and maintain high-quality code for the Cloud Firewall (CFW) Project. Write code as per product requirements.
Should be able to drive end-to-end ownership of features/functions and modules including development, writing specs, reviewing requirements, creating unit tests and working with QA for devising test plans.
Should be able to come up with innovative ideas to solve product problems.

About the role

• Own, and maintain high-quality code for the Cloud Firewall Project. Write code as per product requirements.

• Should be able to drive end-to-end ownership of features/functions and modules including development, testing and automation of functional and non-functional.

• Should be able to come up with innovative ideas to solve product problems.

• Should be able to analyze customer issues and provide resolution/workaround.

• Ability to develop/automate in Cloud/Hybrid architecture.

• Ability to manage Public Cloud, On-Prem and SaaS Deployments.

• Identifies, recommends, coordinates, delivers timely knowledge to the teams regarding technologies, processes and tools.

• Recognize the big picture and take initiative to solve the problem and improve design. 

About you

• 5-8 years of professional work experience using Golang/C++.

• Hands-on development experience in Python/Bash/other scripting languages and web technologies such as Javascript, HTML

• Strong knowledge and experience with various SQL and NoSQL databases.

• Demonstrated skills in OS concepts, Algorithms and Design patterns for higher performance, scalability and availability.

• Good knowledge of cloud platforms & Networking protocols such as TCP/IP, HTTP, HTTP2, SSL/TLS

• Strong knowledge on Public Cloud/SaaS platforms.

• Strong code design, profiling and verification skills.

• Strong experience in designing and building multithreaded distributed systems.

• Should have excellent debugging, troubleshooting, analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently with minimal direction.

• Work collaboratively with other engineers, product managers and stakeholders in developing and maintaining services & components.

• Proficient in handling second level support of customer escalations.

• Knowledge of distributed systems and software security preferred.

• Experience representing technical viewpoints to diverse audiences and in making timely and prudent technical risk decisions.

• Outside the box thinker. Applies innovation and creativity to provide solutions for complex problems in a time sensitive and fast-paced environment.

• Should be flexible in learning and working with different platforms and technologies.

Company Benefits and Perks:

We believe that the best solutions are developed by teams who embrace each other's unique experiences, skills, and abilities. We work hard to create a dynamic workforce where we encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work every day. We offer a variety of social programs, flexible work hours and family-friendly benefits to all of our employees.

• Retirement Plans

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

• Paid Time Off

• Paid Parental Leave

• Support for Community Involvement

We're serious about our commitment to a workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute to our industry-leading products and customer support, which is why we prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status.