Senior Software Engineer

Company Description

High Security Made Simple

Hirsch stands as a global leader in physical security, offering a comprehensive range of physical access control, video intelligence, and analytic-driven security solutions. Our mission is to empower a secure, connected world through digital innovation. Trusted worldwide by an elite group of partners and innovative customers across diverse vertical markets — ranging from airports to seaports, critical infrastructure to government agencies, hospitals to schools, and startups to corporations — we secure the people and places that underpin our daily lives.

With a strong international presence and a commitment to technological advancement, we are at the forefront of shaping the future with cutting-edge innovation. At Hirsch, every individual and action holds significance. We believe that our success lies in having the best people in exciting, aligned, and empowered roles with clear missions, goals, and measurable outcomes.

Authenticity, Innovation, and Trust in Technology

Authenticity: We use clear language to make technology accessible to everyone, from experts to beginners. We are straightforward and easy to understand.

Innovation: We inspire others to think, engage, and create by telling stories that highlight our role as technology futurists. We build for today's world while anticipating tomorrow's needs.

Trust: With over 44 years of industry experience, we are a global leader in physical security and digital identity solutions. We are accessible and audience-focused.

What Sets Us Apart:

Community: Our workplace satisfaction is significantly enhanced by collaborating with exceptional individuals. We seek people who are passionate about their work, enjoy problem-solving, and take joy in the process.

Innovation: Our forward-thinking team of visionaries addresses current challenges with creative insights, fosters transparent communication, and inspires both our team members and business associates.

Accountability: Our team embodies the highest standards of integrity and professionalism, taking full responsibility for our actions and viewing every experience as an opportunity for learning and growth.

Impact: Our employees shape a brighter future through pioneering technology and contribute to an improved workplace by offering feedback, knowing their voices are genuinely valued.

Authenticity: We demystify complex technology, ensuring accessibility for everyone. Our nurturing environment allows team members to be themselves, feel safe, and know their thoughts and viewpoints hold significant weight.

Talent: We recruit industry-leading professionals and foster continuous growth through training opportunities. Our team members apply their talents and expertise, finding genuine satisfaction and intellectual engagement in their roles.

Fun: Enjoyment and laughter are key ingredients in our work culture. We seek team members who find joy in their tasks, share a zest for problem-solving, and take delight in the journey to solutions.

Position Summary

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will play a key role on a focused engineering team driving the modernization of our platform. You’ll write clean, reliable code and build secure, event-driven SaaS solutions for both on-premises and cloud-native environments, with a strong emphasis on security, performance, and multi-tenant scalability. Your work will directly impact how organizations protect their people and assets in an evolving security landscape.

Responsibilities and Duties

·       Drive the design and development of secure, scalable, and resilient software solutions, with a strong emphasis on event-driven architectures and modern patterns for both on-premises and cloud-native deployments.

·       Build and maintain high-performance backend services, APIs, and real-time data pipelines to support complex access control workflows.

·       Champion engineering best practices, including secure coding, modern design principles, and maintainable, reusable solutions.

·       Design and optimize relational and NoSQL data models, ensuring data integrity, consistency, and high availability.

·       Lead efforts to integrate robust identity, authentication, and access management in multi-tenant environments.

·       Ensure end-to-end system security and compliance, applying encryption and secure communication standards aligned with FIPS, FedRAMP, and Zero Trust Architecture.

·       Contribute to the evolution of our cloud architecture, leveraging infrastructure automation, containerization, and CI/CD pipelines for frequent, reliable deployments.

·       Collaborate with software and hardware engineers, QA, DevOps, and product managers to align technical solutions with business, security, and compliance goals.

·       Promote a culture of continuous improvement, using metrics and data to identify opportunities for process and performance optimization.

·       Mentor and support team members through code reviews, knowledge sharing, and fostering a high-performing, collaborative engineering environment.

·       Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field

·       7+ years of software development experience covering requirements analysis, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance.

·       Proven experience building secure, scalable web applications using ASP.NET (C#, .NET 8+), REST APIs, and WebSocket services.

·       Proficiency with React, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3 for building modern user interfaces.

·       3+ years of hands-on experience deploying secure, scalable applications using AWS services (EC2, ECS, ELB, Lambda, RDS, S3, Route 53, CloudWatch) and Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform.

·       Demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing event-driven architectures using messaging systems such as RabbitMQ, Amazon SQS/SNS, or similar.

·       Deep understanding of relational and NoSQL databases, with practical experience in SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Elasticsearch, Redis, or Amazon DynamoDB.

·       Solid knowledge of identity and access management standards, including OAuth2, OpenID Connect, and SAML.

·       Strong grasp of secure coding practices, encryption, secure communications (TLS 1.2+, mTLS), and familiarity with OWASP Top 10.

·       Proficiency with Docker and implementing CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions.

·       Strong understanding of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and core software design principles (e.g., SOLID, DRY).

·       Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, a positive attitude, and a proven ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

·       Experience with physical access control systems (PACS) and integrating software with hardware devices.

·       Certifications in AWS, security standards, or related domains.

·       Familiarity with government compliance frameworks like FedRAMP and FIPS 140-2, authentication standards such as FIDO2, and Zero Trust Architecture.

·       Experience with monitoring and observability tools (e.g., OpenTelemetry, Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack) for high-availability systems.

·       Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers and drive continuous improvement in a high-performing engineering culture.

Pay & Compensation

At Hirsch, we believe in rewarding our team members fairly and transparently. Your base salary is a critical component of our comprehensive compensation package, designed to reflect your skills, experience, and performance. We provide a structured salary range that allows for growth and advancement as you progress in your role. Our compensation philosophy ensures that your contributions are recognized and rewarded, promoting both your professional development and personal well-being.

Base Salary Range: $140,000-$160,000

Total compensation package includes:

●          Competitive Base Pay

●          Fidelity 401(k) + Company Match

●          11 Company Paid Holidays

●          6 Days of Sick Pay

●          Competitive Paid Time Off

●          Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

●          FSA/HSA

●          Fun Employee and Family Events

●          Employee Wellness Program

●          Supplemental Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance, and Dependent Care plans

●          A range of discounted products and free services

Hirsch encourages candidates who believe they might be overqualified or outside the expected range to apply, as most positions allow room for up-leveling for an extraordinary candidate. Employment offers are subject to a confidential pre-employment background check.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hirsch is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We value diversity and inclusivity, believing that a diverse workforce enriches our company culture and enhances our ability to serve our customers effectively. Our hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, skills, and experience relevant to the positions available. We strive to create a work environment that promotes fairness, respect, and equal opportunities for all employees. Hirsch does not tolerate any form of discrimination or harassment and is committed to maintaining a workplace free from such behavior. If you require any reasonable accommodation, please inform our HR department, and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs. As an equal opportunity employer, we are dedicated to the principles of affirmative action and take proactive measures to ensure equal opportunity in employment. We are proud of our diverse workforce and remain committed to fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates the unique perspectives and talents of everyone.