Job Title: Lead Backend Engineer

Company Name: Opswat

Job Details: Salary,not,providedReactMongoDBAWSDockerKubernetesGCPPythonKafkaGoCassandraVue.jsRustAzureFlinkParquetDynamoDBAngular,14+Senior,and,Expert,levelRemote,from,US,,Canada

Job Url: https://app.welcometothejungle.com/jobs/NPKagBgO

Job Description: Role
Who you are
6+ years of experience in backend engineering with expertise in Rust, Go, Python, and NoSQL databases
Strong expertise in stream processing frameworks (e.g., Kafka, Pulsar, Flink) for real-time data processing
Proven experience building scalable APIs with Go, Rust, and Python integrating them into broader systems
Familiarity with modern frontend frameworks (React, Vue.js, etc.) for building user interfaces, though this role will primarily focus on backend and data processing
Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) for deployment and scaling
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to design complex systems that balance performance, security, and maintainability
Strong communication skills and experience leading or mentoring software engineers in a collaborative environment
Desirable
Experience with microservices architecture and event-driven systems
Knowledge of distributed systems design, particularly in the context of processing and storage at scale
Experience with Parquet and similar file formats for storing and interacting with large datasets
Experience with gRPC for building high-performance, scalable APIs
Familiarity with frontend technologies like React, Angular, or Vue.js for building admin dashboards or internal tools
Passion for exploring new technologies and finding innovative ways to solve complex problems in the cybersecurity domain

What the job involves
OPSWAT is seeking a Lead Backend engineer who can architect and build cutting-edge software solutions across the stack
You will be responsible for developing robust and efficient systems, including Rust-based data processing, stream processing applications, and NoSQL database integrations, as well as Go-based APIs and Python components
This is a hands-on leadership role, requiring a strong background and fluency in backend and frontend technologies, with a focus on high-performance, scalable solutions
You will also be instrumental in shaping the vision and growth of our engineering team as it scales its front end and backend needs
Design and develop Rust-based data processing systems for high-performance, real-time data ingestion and transformation
Implement and manage stream processing solutions in appropriate languages for the use cases, enabling real-time analytics and insights across large datasets
Build and maintain Go-based APIs, ensuring they are scalable, secure, and optimized for performance
Work with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra, DynamoDB, Druid) to handle complex data structures and ensure efficient data storage and retrieval
Develop and enhance Python-based components for automation, orchestration, and data integration tasks
Lead the technical strategy for backend development, defining best practices, architecture guidelines, and the tech stack for future projects
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive solutions that align with OPSWAT’s overall product and security goals
Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance engineering culture

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Company
Company benefits
Excellent insurance programs
Stock options
Multifaceted reward program
Quarterly & annual reviews
Personalizing appreciation
Flexible-work arrangements
Company / Team outings
Generous PTO policies
Green, clean office space
Workout exercise & sports
Friendly work environment

Funding (1 round)

Mar 2021
$125m
GROWTH EQUITY VC

Total funding: $125m

Our take

Cyberattacks are becoming more sophisticated. For example, zero-day cyberattacks leverage vulnerabilities that are unknown even to the users and creators of a system. Tens of billions of dollars are being invested in protection, but OPSWAT delivers security solutions that nip the need for extra cyber defence in the bud.
The company's products focus on threat prevention, enacting a zero-trust mentality to ensure that technology systems are watertight from threats. For example, OPSWAT's MetaDefender platform incorporates advanced malware threat protection to detect vulnerable files and emails, as well as software, before it is even installed.

It’s this philosophy of “Trust No File, Trust No Device” that makes OPSWAT such a robust partner for the likes of AMEX and the United States Department of Justice. In addition to cyber protection products, the company also helps train future cyber defenders through its academy, which has trained 70,000 professionals so far.

Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle