Lead Software Engineer 674

At Protegrity, we lead innovation by using AI and quantum-resistant cryptography to transform data protection across cloud-native, hybrid, on-premises, and open source environments. We leverage advanced cryptographic methods such as tokenization, format-preserving encryption, and quantum-resilient techniques to protect sensitive data. As a global leader in data security, our mission is to ensure that data isn’t just valuable but also usable, trusted, and safe.

Protegrity offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of innovation and collaboration, with the ability to make a meaningful impact on the industry while working alongside some of the brightest minds. Together, we are redefining how the world safeguards data, enabling organizations to thrive in a GenAI era where data is the ultimate currency. If you're ready to shape the future of data security, Protegrity is the place for you.

Are you ready to be a pioneer in an all-new team at Protegrity? As a Lead Software Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in engineering a new product line within our R&D organization. You'll have the opportunity to shape your team and the technology you use while collaborating with other technical experts across the company. Your experience in implementing security best practices will ensure our products are secure, stable, and industry compliant.

We're looking for technical professionals who can hit the ground running and thrive in exploring problem spaces while building solutions to real-world customer problems. This role is perfect for a creative, inquisitive individual who enjoys working with a close-knit team, building technical solutions, and making customers successful.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with teammates daily to enable progress toward team goals.

• Build front-end utilities using JavaScript and/or TypeScript.

• Build Jenkins build pipelines and other CI/CD processes.

• Securely integrate client-side utilities with REST APIs.

• Work with product owners and product managers to understand actual customer problems and build solutions for them.

• Automate test cases and installation packages using a variety of tools.

• Write user friendly documentation and technical documents using clear, concise language.

• Participate in scrum ceremonies and processes, prioritizing team progress and flow.

• Conduct constructive code reviews for teammates, driving growth in yourself and others.

• Identify potential areas for improvement and contribute to the team’s ongoing goal of faster and more efficient delivery of value to our end users.

Qualifications:

• 6-10 years post bachelor’s degree experience as a software engineer.

• High competence in verbal and written communication.

• Expertise in computer science fundamentals, including security best practices.

• Ability to multiply the abilities and skills of others.

• Experience building and maintaining software products in JavaScript or TypeScript.

• Knowledge and experience integrating with REST APIs.

• Willingness to continue learning and re-learning new technologies and methods.

• Comfort with critical thinking and creative problem-solving.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge and experience implementing client-side security best practices.

• Knowledge and experience with data security.

• Experience building and maintaining software products in Java, Python, C++ (or similar).

• Experience with one or more database systems, preferably structured (SQL).

Why Choose Protegrity:

• Become a member of a leading Data Protection, Privacy and Security company during one of the best market opportunities to come along in a generation.

• Competitive Compensation/Total Reward Packages that include:

• Health Benefits (Health/Dental/Vision).

• Paid Time Off (PTO).

• 401K.

• Annual Bonus Incentives.

• Short and Long Term Disability.

• Work on global projects with diverse, energetic, team members who respect each other and celebrate differences.

• Talent First Workforce.

Should you accept this position, you must consent to and pass a Background Investigation, which includes (subject to country law), extended education, and additional criminal and civil checks. 

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits with generous vacation and holiday time off. All employees are also provided access to ongoing learning & development.

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