Staff Software Engineer

Job Description

We are Bugcrowd. Since 2012, we’ve been empowering organizations to take back control and stay ahead of threat actors by uniting the collective ingenuity and expertise of our customers and trusted alliance of elite hackers, with our patented data and AI-powered Security Knowledge Platform™. Our network of hackers brings diverse expertise to uncover hidden weaknesses, adapting swiftly to evolving threats, even against zero-day exploits. With unmatched scalability and adaptability, our data and AI-driven CrowdMatch™ technology in our platform finds the perfect talent for your unique fight. We aim to create a new era of modern crowdsourced security that outpaces threat actors. Unleash the ingenuity of the hacker community with Bugcrowd, visit www.bugcrowd.com. Based in San Francisco and New Hampshire, Bugcrowd is supported by General Catalyst, Rally Ventures, Costanoa Ventures, and others.

Job Summary

We are looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Staff Software Engineer to join our Integration Engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the design and development of cloud native API first platform for our patented data and AI-powered Security Knowledge Platform™. We aim to create a new era of modern crowdsourced security that outpaces threat actors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Designing scalable API first architecture, service patterns, and robust API standards for third-party integrations
• Lead and own the transition to Cloud native architecture
• Expertise in AI tools adaptation and strategic outcome oriented responsibility
• Be the technical authority for integrations and backend systems across the engineering organization.
• Driving modernization efforts toward a highly reliable, service-oriented platform.
• Leading complex cross-team engineering initiatives and influencing long-term technical strategy.
• Ensuring high accessibility, stability, and performance across integration workflows.
• Deep knowledge of Kafka or similar event streaming platforms.
• Mentoring engineers across multiple teams and contributing to engineering excellence.
• Partner with stakeholders to identify new integration opportunities that drive business value.

People Manager Responsibility

• This position does not have management responsibilities.

Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 12+ years of experience
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in Cyber security domain
• Strong technical leadership skills.
• Deep understanding of AI tools and scalability, security, and reliability.
• Expertise in cloud-native API and microservices architecture.
• Experience with enterprise UI frameworks
• Proven experience managing complex cross-system integrations.
• Strong background in agile delivery, backlog management, and stakeholder communication.
• Excellent problem-solving, prioritization, and decision-making skills.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Sitting and / or standing - Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time

Carrying and / or lifting - Must be able to carry / move laptop as needed throughout the work day.

Work Environment - Primarily remote, with occasional in-person presence as needed.

ADA Statement:

Bugcrowd is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Bugcrowd will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR at [email protected].

Additional Requirements:

This position has access to highly confidential, sensitive information relating to the technologies of Bugcrowd. It is essential that the applicant possess the requisite integrity to maintain the information in the strictest confidence.

The company is authorized to obtain background checks for employment purposes under state and federal law. Background checks will be conducted for positions that involve access to confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets).

Background checks may include Social Security verification, prior employment verification, personal and professional references, education verification, and criminal history. Applicants with conviction histories will not be excluded from consideration to the extent required bylaw.

Culture

• At Bugcrowd, we understand that diversity in the workplace is vital to a company’s success and growth. We strive to make sure that people are included and have a sense of being part of making Bugcrowd not only a great product but a great place to work.
• We regularly hear from both customers and researchers that Bugcrowd feels like a family, and we strive to maintain that internally as well.
• Our team consists of a broad range of people: musicians, adventure sports junkies, nature lovers, parents, cereal enthusiasts, night owls, cyclists, artists—you get the point.

At Bugcrowd, we are solving security threats and vulnerabilities that are relevant to everyone, therefore we believe solving these problems takes all kinds of backgrounds. We value the perspectives and experiences people from underrepresented backgrounds bring.

Disclaimer

This position has access to highly confidential, sensitive information relating to the technologies of Bugcrowd. It is essential that the applicant possess the requisite integrity to maintain the information in the strictest confidence.

The company is authorized to obtain background checks for employment purposes under state and federal law. Background checks will be conducted for positions that involve access to confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets).

Background checks may include Social Security verification, prior employment verification, personal and professional references, educational verification, and criminal history. Applicants with conviction histories will not be excluded from consideration to the extent required bylaw.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Bugcrowd is EOE, Disability/Age Employer.

Individuals seeking employment at Bugcrowd are considered without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

Apply at: https://www.bugcrowd.com/about/careers/