Backend Software Engineer

Interested candidates based outside of the designated areas are welcome to apply, provided they have the indefinite right to work in the job location.

Cohesity is a leader in AI-powered data security and management. Aided by an extensive ecosystem of partners, Cohesity makes it easy to secure, protect, manage, and get value from data — across the data center, edge, and cloud. Cohesity helps organizations defend against cybersecurity threats with comprehensive data security and management capabilities, including immutable backup snapshots, AI-based threat detection, monitoring for malicious behavior, and rapid recovery at scale.

We’ve been named a Leader by multiple analyst firms and have been globally recognized for Innovation, Product Strength, and Simplicity in Design.

Join us on our mission to shape the future of our industry.

Want to help us simplify the world of data management?
 

We are seeking a Software Engineer at Cohesity to work with innovative technologies in distributed systems, Cloud, and hyper-converged systems. In our collaborative environment, you'll have the chance to continuously learn and apply your skills to develop powerful enterprise-grade software. Join our dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional products and services and make a significant impact from day one. This is a hybrid position that will be in the Santa Clara office 2 to 3 days a week. 

HOW YOU’LL SPEND YOUR TIME HERE 

• Contribute to the design, development, and implementation of software features under the guidance of senior engineers 

• Write clean, maintainable, and testable code for on-prem and cloud-based platforms 

• Participate in feature development based on requirements from Product Management and customer needs 

• Assist in debugging, troubleshooting, and fixing functional and performance issues 

• Collaborate with team members, QA, support, and field teams to investigate and resolve customer-reported issues 

• Learn to assess risks, understand metrics, and make data-informed decisions with mentorship 

• Participate in code reviews, design discussions, sprint planning, and agile ceremonies 

• Grow your technical and communication skills by working with globally distributed teams 

WE’D LOVE TO TALK TO YOU IF YOU HAVE MANY OF THE FOLLOWING 

• Bachelor’s degree (Graduated in 2024/25) in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field 

• Hands-on coding experience (coursework, internships, or projects) in one or more of the following languages: C++, Python, Java, or Go 

• Experience with academic or personal projects on Linux and/or Windows platforms 

• Good understanding of data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming concepts 

• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and support decision making. 

• Familiarity with software development tools such as Git/GitHub, JIRA, and basic testing frameworks 

• Strong problem-solving skills with an interest in debugging and troubleshooting software issues 

• Knowledge in Distributed Systems  

• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies through coursework, projects, or internships 

• Good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to learn from feedback 

• Eagerness to grow, ask questions, and work collaboratively in a team environment

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