Senior Software Engineer

Who we are: BigID is an innovative tech startup that focuses on solutions for data security, compliance, privacy, and AI data management. We're leading the market in all things data: helping our customers reduce risk, drive business innovation, achieve compliance, build customer trust, make better decisions, and get more value from their data. We are building a global team passionate about innovation and next-gen technology. BigID has been recognized for:  BigID named one of Forbes America's Best Startup Employers 2026 - ranked #15 overall and #1 in Security BigID named Hot Company in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning at the Global InfoSec Awards Citizens JMP Cyber 66 List of Hottest Privately Held Cybersecurity Companies CRN 100 list named BigID as one of the 20 Coolest Identity Access Management and Data Protection Companies (3 years running) DUNS 100 Best Tech Companies to Work for Top 3 Big Data and AI Vendors to Watch in the 2023 BigDATAwire Readers and Editors Choice Awards 2024 Inc. 5000 list for the 4th consecutive year! Shortlisted for the 2024 AI Awards in the category of Best Use of AI in Cybersecurity At BigID, our team is the foundation of our success. Join a people-centric culture that is fast-paced and rewarding: you’ll have the opportunity to work with some of the most talented people in the industry who value innovation, diversity, integrity, and collaboration. Who we seek : We are looking for a brilliant, highly independent, and proactive Senior Software Engineer to join our Data Security group. You are someone who naturally thinks out of the box, possesses strong creative problem-solving skills, and is passionate about building next-generation defense systems. In this role, you will take complete ownership of features end-to-end across the full software development life cycle, helping us combine data-layer and AI-layer security into a single connected line of defense against insider risks and unauthorized access. What you’ll do : Build highly scalable microservices using Java and Node.js, alongside robust REST APIs capable of handling massive volumes of data. Develop high-performance streaming, search, and storage pipelines using Kafka, Elasticsearch/OpenSearch, and NoSQL databases like MongoDB to monitor and analyze high-volume activity logs. Take full technical ownership of the entire software development life cycle (SDLC): from initial architectural design to deployment and monitoring. Create advanced security tools designed to give organizations real-time visibility into data usage, uncover shadow AI, and secure modern AI models and agents. What you’ll bring : More than 7 years of professional software engineering experience with a strong focus on backend systems and scalable cloud architectures. Proven mastery of Java and/or Node.js microservices, RESTful API design, and deep hands-on experience with SQL/NoSQL data stores, specifically including MongoDB. Practical knowledge of event streaming via Kafka, search indexing with Elasticsearch/OpenSearch, and containerized deployment using AWS, Docker, and Kubernetes. A strong drive to explore, build, and optimize agentic workflows and leverage advanced AI tools to solve real-world security challenges. A highly proactive, independent mindset with a track record of driving features autonomously and bringing out-of-the-box, creative solutions to complex technical hurdles. Advantages : Prior experience working in AI-driven companies or hands-on experience developing with AI tools and ecosystems. Familiarity with frontend technologies, specifically React and TypeScript. Background working in the Cybersecurity, Data Governance, or Cloud Security domains. Practical understanding of zero-downtime deployment strategies and handling large-scale database schema migrations. What’s in it for you?! Our people are the foundation of our success, and we prioritize offering a wide range of benefits that make our team happier and healthier. Equity participation - everyone shares in our success Flexible work arrangements - for parents, remote workdays, etc. Office perks: dog-friendly environment, fully stocked fridge, gym, and exercise classes, weekly Happy Hours, free parking, evening meals Knowledge training & career development tracks Our Values: We look for people who embody our values - Care, Do, Try & Shine. Care - We care about our customers and each other Do - We do what it takes to make a positive impact Try - We try our best and we don’t give up Shine - We shine and make it our mission to always stand out #LI-Hybrid #LI-AT1 We’re committed to creating a culture of inclusion and equality – across race, gender, sexuality, and disability – where innovation and growth thrive, every voice is heard, and everybody belongs. Learn more about us here . Job Candidate Privacy Notice Must be able to exercise independent judgment with little or no oversight. BigID is an E-Verify Participant.