Sysdig

Staff Software Engineer (Central & East Coast)

Reposted 9 Days Ago

Hiring Remotely in USA

Remote

163K-224K Annually

Senior level

Cybersecurity

The leader in real-time cloud security

The Role

The job involves leading the design and development of core components for a data platform, implementing scalable data processing pipelines in Go, providing technical leadership, and participating in an on-call rotation.

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

Lead the design and development of core components for the data platform, focusing on high-throughput data ingestion, transformation, and storage.
Architect and implement robust, distributed, and scalable data processing pipelines in Go to ensure data quality and reliability.
Define and drive the technical strategy and roadmap for the data platform, anticipating future data needs for product features and internal analytics.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to other engineers on the team.
Participate in an on-call rotation to address urgent operational issues impacting data services.

What you will bring with you

8+ years in a software engineer role, with experience in a technical leadership capacity
Extensive experience designing, building, and operating large-scale, distributed data processing systems and data pipelines.
Deep knowledge of data architecture, storage, and access patterns
Strong computer science fundamentals in design, data structures, and algorithms
Clean coding and automation practices

What we look for

Analytical approach to take technical decisions in a traffic intensive and distributed architecture
Experience guiding technical direction and supporting the development of junior engineers

The U.S. annual compensation range for this full-time position is between 163,000 and 224,400 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.