
About confluera
Real-time cybersecurity detection for peace of mind
Key Highlights
- Acquired by XM Cyber in 2023, enhancing cybersecurity offerings
- $29 million raised in Series A funding
- Patented technology for real-time attack sequencing
- Located in Palo Alto, CA with a small team of 1-20 employees
Confluera is a pioneering cloud cybersecurity detection and response company headquartered in Palo Alto, CA. Acquired by XM Cyber in early 2023, Confluera enhances its Continuous Exposure Management platform with patented technology that offers real-time sequencing of cyberattack steps. With $29 mil...
🎁 Benefits
Employees enjoy unlimited vacation, stock options, a 401K plan, premium insurance, and free gourmet food, fostering a supportive work environment....
🌟 Culture
Confluera maintains a unique culture focused on innovation and independence within the cybersecurity sector, emphasizing real-time threat detection an...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Confluera is hiring a Backend Engineer to build distributed systems and develop APIs for their cybersecurity solutions. You'll work with Java, Python, and streaming platforms like Kafka and Spark. This position requires familiarity with distributed systems and a passion for cybersecurity.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in backend engineering, with experience in building distributed systems that process large volumes of data. Your expertise in programming languages such as Java and Python allows you to design and develop scalable APIs that enhance product functionality. You are familiar with streaming platforms like Kafka and stream processing systems such as Apache Spark, which you have used to improve anomaly detection and data processing capabilities.
You thrive in collaborative environments, effectively communicating with product, design, and engineering teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Your ability to iterate quickly while maintaining a high quality bar is a testament to your commitment to excellence in software development. You understand the importance of security in software engineering and are motivated by the mission to protect enterprises from cyber threats.
Desirable
Experience with building ETL pipelines is a plus, as is having delivered production systems at scale. Leadership experience is also valued, as you may be called upon to guide junior engineers or contribute to team dynamics.
What you'll do
As a Backend Engineer at Confluera, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining APIs and systems that enable our cybersecurity products to function effectively. You will work on building distributed systems that can handle large data volumes, ensuring that our solutions are both scalable and efficient. Your role will involve collaborating closely with product and design teams to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements.
You will also focus on enhancing our anomaly detection capabilities by developing models and features that improve our system's responsiveness to potential threats. Your work will directly contribute to the security of enterprises, providing them with the visibility and confidence they need in their cybersecurity measures. You will be expected to iterate quickly, maintaining a high standard of quality in your code and solutions.
What we offer
At Confluera, we offer a dynamic work environment where innovation is encouraged, and your contributions have a direct impact on our mission. You will be part of a passionate team dedicated to securing the cyberworld, and you will have opportunities for professional growth and development. We believe in fostering a culture of collaboration and support, where every team member's voice is valued. Join us in our mission to protect enterprises and make a difference in the cybersecurity landscape.
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