Principal Software Engineer, Configuration Ingestion (Backend)

Summary

Join Reach Security as a Backend Software Engineer to steer the development of our configuration ingestion systems, leveraging your expertise in algorithms, data structures, and Python to drive security recommendations.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on backend, platform or system programming
• Keen sense for identifying business needs and can communicate a clear vision for implementing solutions
• Strong communication skills, capable of explaining technical issues to non-technical audiences
• Experience with Python and it's ecosystem
• Experience designing and building multi-tenant SaaS platforms that ensure data isolation, scalability, and robust security
• Experience with cloud service providers in a production setting (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.)
• Experience with relational databases in a production setting
• Deep understanding of computer science fundamentals like data structures, algorithms, and computational complexity
• Proficiency in system design
• Skill in data architecture and data modeling
• Familiarity with common design patterns
• Knowledge of API design and development best practices
• Are a US citizen or Green Card holder

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute complex backend software engineering projects focusing on APIs, data processing, infrastructure and platform
• Drive the strategy, vision, and execution of key engineering initiatives
• Mentor and guide engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence
• Participate in code reviews, contribute to the establishment of coding standards and ensure high-quality maintainable code
• Be self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Author technical proposals to document and align teams on the design of complex projects
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues, minimizing downtime and impact on business operations

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Remote work flexibility