Why this role?
As a Senior Software Engineer within the Snyk API and Web team, you will be redefining how security tools are built in the AI Era. These changes affect builders and breakers, defenders and attackers, and you have the opportunity to be at the forefront of building the engines that protect our global network of high-profile customers.
In this role, you'll join an award-winning team (recognised at RSAC 2025 as the most innovative API security product) in building our DAST and bridging the gap between SAST and other products to create a unified view of application risk. You'll be part of a high-performing team working to accelerate and scale the product for enterprise needs, whilst engineering innovative new features and products, designed to map and protect the ever-expanding web and API attack surface.
What You’ll Do:
Analyse requirements, specifications, and technical design documents in preparation for development.
Develop backend components that support new or existing features.
Work with the different teams to discuss and implement technical solutions, and fix and identify bugs.
Implement tests for any developed code.
Review and test teammate's code.
What You Bring:
At least 5 years of professional experience as a Backend Engineer, Software Developer, or similar role.
Strong experience with Python or Go
Strong commitment to code quality, and the value of giving and receiving feedback through code reviews.
Ability to deal with ambiguity, and respond with agility when requirements and priorities change.
An ability to lift the performance of a team through coaching and mentoring of more junior engineers.
Effective communicator both verbally and in writing.
It’d Be Awesome If You Also…
An interest in and knowledge of security concepts is valued.
Enjoy talking with customers to identify, prioritise and solve problems iteratively and build something that they really love.
Feed off complex technical problems and find solutions where others see roadblocks.
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We care deeply about the warm, inclusive environment we’ve created and we value diversity – we welcome applications from those typically underrepresented in tech. If you like the sound of this role but are not totally sure whether you’re the right person, do apply anyway!
About Snyk
Snyk is committed to creating an inclusive and engaging environment where our employees can thrive as we rally behind our common mission to make the digital world a safer place. From Snyk employee resource groups, to global benefits that help our employees prioritize their health, wellness, financial security, and a work/life blend, we aim to support our employees along their entire journeys here at Snyk.
Benefits & Programs
- Prioritize health, wellness, financial security, and life balance with programs tailored to your location and role.
- Flexible working hours, work-from home allowances, in-office perks, and time off for learning and self development
- Generous vacation and wellness time off, country-specific holidays, and 100% paid parental leave for all caregivers
- Health benefits, employee assistance plans, and annual wellness allowance
- Country-specific life insurance, disability benefits, and retirement/pension programs, plus mobile phone and education allowances
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