Staff Software Engineer

SpyCloud is on a mission to make the internet a safer place by disrupting the criminal underground. SpyCloud’s solutions thwart cyberattacks and protect more than 4 billion accounts worldwide. Cybersecurity is an exciting, evolving space, and being at the forefront of the fight to disrupt cybercrime makes SpyCloud a special place to work. If you’re driven to align your career with a fantastic mission, look no further!

We are seeking a Staff Software Engineer to design, build, and maintain high-performance backend services and infrastructure in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You will be responsible for developing features across a distributed microservices architecture using Python and Go, while leveraging modern DevOps practices including Kubernetes, CI/CD, and GitHub Actions. Your work will help power SpyCloud's core products and enable engineering teams to deliver value faster and more reliably.

 

What You'll Do:

• Design and develop scalable microservices using Python and Go.
• Architect and evolve cloud-native infrastructure using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Contribute to and optimize CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions.
• Participate in technical design reviews and contribute to architectural decisions.
• Write high-quality, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and fellow engineers to deliver features end-to-end.
• Monitor, debug, and improve production systems for reliability and performance.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to internal knowledge sharing.

Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience in backend software engineering.
• Strong proficiency in Python and Go.
• Solid understanding of microservices architecture and RESTful API design.
• Experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and container orchestration.
• Proficient with CI/CD workflows, especially using GitHub Actions or similar.
• Strong familiarity with AWS cloud platforms.
• Experience with systems design, including scalability, reliability, and security considerations.
• Experience with big data technologies or workflows.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.

Nice to Have:

• Experience in cybersecurity or security-first development practices.
• Familiarity with message queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ).
• Exposure to observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, OpenTelemetry).
• Contributions to open-source projects.

SpyCloud is not sponsoring visas at this time.

U.S.-Based Benefits + Perks (for Full Time Employees):

At SpyCloud, we are committed to working alongside individuals who are equally passionate about preventing cybercrime, regardless of their department or role. Guided by our core values in all business decisions, we prioritize unity in our mission and ensure all SpyCloud employees have the support and benefits they need to stay focused on our goals. In addition to our engaging workspace in South Austin, flexible and remote-friendly work options, and competitive salary package, we offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 401(k) with Employer Contribution
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) available with Employer Contribution
• Employer Paid Life, Short-term, and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Generous PTO Plan and 16 paid holidays per year

U.K.-Based Benefits + Perks (for Full Time Employees):

• Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Contribution
• Employer Provided Private Health Insurance and Healthcare Cashplan
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and Income Replacement
• Generous Holiday Plan and 14 paid holidays per year

About SpyCloud:

SpyCloud is on a mission to disrupt the cycle of cybercrime. As the leader in Cybercrime Analytics, our solutions thwart cyberattacks that originate from the use of stolen data, including account takeover, ransomware, and online fraud. More than 550 customers and partners trust SpyCloud to protect users' identities, prevent targeted attacks, and unmask adversaries attempting to harm businesses and their customers.

To learn more and see insights on your company’s exposed data, visit SpyCloud.

Our Mission:

Our mission is to make the internet a safer place by disrupting the criminal underground. Together with our customers and partners, we aim to end criminals’ ability to profit from stolen information.

Who We Are:

SpyCloud is a place for innovative, collaborative, and problem-solvers to t