Principal Engineer • Lead

Who you are

You have extensive experience in software engineering, particularly in static analysis and application security — your background equips you to tackle complex technical challenges and drive innovation in developer security. You possess a deep understanding of program analysis and machine learning, allowing you to influence the technical direction of Snyk Code effectively.

Your leadership skills are complemented by a collaborative mindset — you thrive in environments where you can work closely with cross-functional teams to solve intricate problems. You are passionate about empowering developers to innovate securely, and you understand the importance of integrating security into the software development lifecycle.

You have a proven track record of advancing the quality and accuracy of software analysis tools — your experience in SAST (Static Application Security Testing) enables you to design and evolve foundational systems that scale effectively. You are driven by the mission to reduce business risk while boosting productivity in the AI era.

Desirable

Experience with AI-assisted development tools is a plus — you are familiar with how AI can transform software security and development processes. A background in leading technical teams and mentoring engineers will further enhance your fit for this role.

What you'll do

As a Principal Software Engineer at Snyk, you will lead the technical vision for Snyk Code, focusing on enhancing our static analysis capabilities. You will tackle some of the most challenging problems in application security, ensuring that our tools remain at the forefront of the industry. Your role will involve designing and implementing advanced program analysis techniques that improve the accuracy of our SAST solutions.

You will collaborate with product managers, engineers, and data scientists to integrate machine learning into our security tools, driving innovation and improving user experience. Your insights will directly influence the development of features that empower developers to identify and fix vulnerabilities seamlessly.

In this role, you will also mentor junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning and growth within the team. You will be responsible for setting technical standards and best practices, ensuring that the team adheres to high-quality coding standards and security protocols.

What we offer

Snyk provides a supportive and inclusive work environment where you can thrive. We offer generous vacation and wellness time off, along with country-specific holidays. Our health benefits include employee assistance plans and annual wellness allowances to support your well-being.

You will also enjoy a comprehensive retirement plan, life insurance, and disability benefits. We believe in investing in our employees' growth, offering allowances for mobile phones and education to help you advance your skills and career.

Join us at Snyk, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of secure software development in the AI era.