Backend Engineer • Senior

Who you are

You are a driven and curious senior software engineer with over 5 years of experience in backend engineering, particularly in building production systems that prioritize data security and privacy. Your expertise in backend API and microservices architecture allows you to design scalable and efficient solutions that meet the needs of modern applications. You have a strong commitment to ensuring that data is not only protected but also usable and trusted, especially in the context of Generative AI.

Your deep understanding of Generative AI (GenAI) and Large Language Models (LLMs) positions you as a key contributor in a team that is redefining data security. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with software engineers, product teams, AI researchers, and security specialists to deliver enterprise-grade software products. You are passionate about leveraging advanced cryptographic methods such as tokenization and format-preserving encryption to enhance data protection.

You possess strong problem-solving skills and are adept at navigating complex technical challenges. Your experience with cloud-native, hybrid, and on-premises environments equips you to tackle diverse data security scenarios. You are committed to continuous learning and staying updated with the latest advancements in AI and cryptography, ensuring that your contributions are at the forefront of innovation.

Desirable

Experience with quantum-resistant cryptography and a background in data protection technologies would be advantageous. Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to data security will further enhance your ability to contribute effectively to the team.

What you'll do

In this role, you will focus on designing, building, and maintaining software engineering solutions that enable the safe and secure consumption of Generative AI by our customers. You will collaborate closely with other software engineers, product teams, AI researchers, and security specialists to deliver enterprise-grade software products and features. Your responsibilities will include architecting robust backend systems that support the secure handling of sensitive data, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations, and implementing best practices in software development.

You will lead technical discussions and contribute to the overall technical direction of the projects you work on. Your role will involve writing clean, maintainable code and conducting code reviews to uphold high standards of quality. You will also be responsible for troubleshooting and resolving issues that arise in production environments, ensuring minimal disruption to services.

As a key technical leader, you will mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing within the team. You will participate in agile development processes, contributing to sprint planning and retrospectives to continuously improve team performance. Your insights will help shape the future of data security at Protegrity, making a meaningful impact on the industry.

What we offer

At Protegrity, you will have the opportunity to work at the intersection of innovation and collaboration, alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry. We offer a dynamic work environment where your contributions will directly influence the future of data protection. You will be part of a mission-driven team that is redefining how organizations safeguard their data in the GenAI era. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value curiosity and a growth mindset.

We provide competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Join us in shaping the future of data security and making a lasting impact on the industry.