Principal Software Engineer

2 months ago

Newport Beach, United States Obsidian Security Full time
About Us:

Obsidian Security was founded in 2017 to solve the unaddressed blindspot of SaaS Security. SaaS applications provide the tools employees need to succeed and hold the business' most critical information. If those tools become unavailable or that data is jeopardized, there is a detrimental impact on the organization.

Obsidian proudly offers the industry's most comprehensive and powerful SaaS defense solution. We are committed to solving the challenge of SaaS Security for our customers as efficiently and effectively as possible.

We're a passionate team optimizing for impact by solving some of the biggest challenges in cybersecurity today. We listen closely to our customers, iterate quickly, and (over) deliver to delight them. Working at Obsidian means contributing to an industry-leading cybersecurity product in an environment where customer satisfaction, privacy, and data ethics are paramount.

Role Summary:

As a Principal Software Engineer, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of our technology platform. This position demands a high level of technical proficiency, strategic thinking, and a holistic approach to problem-solving. You will be responsible for designing and implementing scalable solutions, optimizing our existing systems, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible to drive our product forward. Your leadership will foster a culture of excellence and innovation within the engineering team.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead the design, development, and deployment of complex software solutions, ensuring they are efficient, scalable, and maintainable.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
  • Champion best practices in code quality, security, and maintainability.
  • Provide technical mentorship to team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.
  • Drive innovation and stay ahead of industry trends to ensure our technology stack remains relevant and competitive.
  • Lead by example in writing clean, efficient, and well-documented code in Python.
  • Design and optimize applications for high performance and high availability, with an emphasis on scalability and resilience.
  • Implement and maintain databases in Postgres, ensuring data integrity and performance.
  • Utilize Dagster for workflow orchestration, ensuring efficient and reliable execution of data pipelines.
  • Develop and maintain APIs using FastAPI, focusing on performance and ease of use.
  • Contribute to DevOps practices, including automation, containerization, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, to improve deployment efficiency and reliability.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of software engineering experience, with a proven track record of leading large-scale projects to success.
  • Deep expertise in Python, with experience in framework and library design.
  • Strong experience with Postgres, including database design, optimization, and administration.
  • Proficiency in workflow orchestration with Dagster or similar tools.
  • Experience developing APIs with FastAPI or similar frameworks.
  • Solid understanding of software engineering principles and design patterns.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and a holistic approach to addressing technical challenges.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to mentor and inspire a team.
Nice to Have:
  • Experience with DevOps tools and practices (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines).
  • Contributions to open-source projects or public GitHub repositories.
  • Experience in a startup environment, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic setting.
Employee Benefits:

Our competitive benefits packages are designed to support our employees' well-being, both at work and at home.
  • Competitive compensation with equity and 401k
  • Comprehensive healthcare with dental and vision coverage
  • Flexible paid time off and paid holiday time off
  • 12 weeks of new parent or family leave
  • Personal and professional development resources
  • Base Pay Range: $180k - $220k per year


Please note that the base pay range is a guideline and for candidates who receive an offer, the base pay will vary based on factors such as work location, as well as the knowledge, skills and experience of the candidate. In addition to a competitive base salary, this position is also eligible for equity awards [and incentive compensation] based on factors such as experience, skills, and location.

At Obsidian, we are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and hire for talent, passion, and compassion. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to submit satisfactory proof of identity and legal authorization.

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