Senior Software Security Engineer – Cloud Native Backend

Our client is a leader in advancing software security through innovative, open-source, cloud-based platforms. The role is Krakow-based with a hybrid work model.

• 5+ years of backend development experience with Python, Node.js, or Go.
• Hands-on experience with GCP services including Cloud Run, GKE, Filestore, and Infrastructure as Code with Terraform.
• Expertise in architecting secure, scalable backend solutions focusing on Zero Trust models.
• Ability to design high-performance components and optimize database queries for concurrency.
• Knowledge of IT development methodology, architecture design, and engineering standards.

Nice to have:

• Contributions to open source or personal projects demonstrating technical mastery.
• Experience in holistic problem-solving and impact-driven engineering.

• Develop and maintain high-performance backend services using Python (Django), Node.js (Typescript/NestJS), and Go, ensuring security, resilience, and cost-efficiency.
• Lead the design and implementation of OAuth2/OpenID Connect flows within Google Cloud Platform.
• Architect for Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), manage containerized applications, and optimize PostgreSQL query performance.
• Translate complex business requirements into robust technical solutions, fostering automation and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to open-source projects and advocate best practices within engineering communities.
• Collaborate across teams to maintain technical standards and improve delivery quality.
• Mentor team members and promote a security-first mindset to ensure reliable service lifecycles.

Only candidates with an existing legal right to work in the European Union will be considered for this role.