Lead Security Engineer (Remote)

An international company specializing in the development of modern operating systems for hosting providers is looking for a Lead Security Engineer to join its team.

It is an international tech company that has designed a number of products for web-hosting. They have over 4,500 clients including Dell, GoDaddy, IBM, Zoom and others. Over 40 mln websites in the world are being hosted on the servers. The company was founded in 2009 in the USA (California, San Jose) and their team now has more than 250 professionals from Europe and the USA.

Company’s products are used by thousands of companies around the world. You will be working on the fastest-growing product, providing automated kernel security updates without reboots for the most popular Linux distributions.

It is a fully remote company, with flexible hours, where you can plan your day and work from anywhere in the world.

Key Responsibilities:

• Focus on hands-on coding and development of IDS/IPS solutions, working closely with low-level C code, cloud services, AI algorithms, and Python.
• Contribute to the architecture and design of next-generation security products, ensuring technical excellence in every aspect of the code.
• Maintain high technical standards through processes like technical design, code reviews, testing, and deployment.
• Drive the long-term technical direction of the IDS/IPS solutions, with a focus on innovation and robust security measures.
• Collaborate with development teams and business stakeholders to scope and plan key deliverables and ensure the successful delivery of security solutions.
• Serve as a technical authority for the IDS/IPS team, ensuring that all code meets the highest security and performance standards.

Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience in software development, in security fields such as Networking, Cybersecurity, AppSec, Denial-of-Service attacks, API threats, and Application Firewalls.
• Strong expertise in Linux (CentOS, Debian, or similar distributions) and extensive hands-on experience with security protocols.
•  Experience with low-level C code, cloud services, AI algorithms, and Python.
• Proven ability to design, build, and implement security solutions with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable working in a highly technical environment, with a passion for solving complex security challenges.
• English В2+

Nice to Have:

• Experience participating in CTF (Capture the Flag) competitions.

Benefits:

• A decent salary, according to your experience and skills
• 100% remote work
• Long-term employment on a full-time basis
• Medical insurance reimbursement
• Co-working and gym/sports reimbursement
• Paid vacation and sick leaves
• The opportunity to receive a reward for the most innovative idea that the company can patent