Senior Software Engineer, Identity and Privacy

The job overview for this role is that the company is seeking an experienced and passionate engineer to join their Identity and Privacy team. The engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure and efficient user authentication systems within the organization. They will play a key role in ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of user data by developing and managing authentication processes, protocols, and technologies. The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the organization's overall security posture and protect user accounts from unauthorized access.

Design and implement user authentication systems that align with industry best practices and security standards.

Establish observability and monitoring to detect and respond to authentication-related issues.

Conduct regular assessments of authentication systems to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses.

Collaborate with software engineers to integrate authentication systems into applications and platforms.

Display strong ownership and influence over the team's roadmap and significantly impact the company's strategy.

Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers, fostering a collaborative and learning environment within the team.

• 5+ years of experience in a professional hands-on software development position
• Strong understanding of authentication protocols, mechanisms, and technologies
• Strong proficiency in programming languages like TypeScript or JavaScript
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a focus on attention to detail
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams

• Freedom and flexibility to work from home or while traveling
• Ability to hire across the United States and expand internationally
• No adjustment to compensation when moving within a country
• Engaging workday with a balance between sync, async, text, and video communication
• Async communication to free up time for deep work
• Sync time available through Zoom meetings
• Work-rest balance with a flexible PTO policy
• Fully offline for Summer Break and between Christmas and New Years
• Rest and personal commitments are encouraged during the workday
• Social connection through trust-building and shared experiences
• Virtual workspace and Slack communities for day-to-day connection
• In-person team meetings at least twice a year for fun
• Local offices in San Francisco and New York City
• Equal opportunity employer promoting diversity and inclusion
• Encouragement for women, people of color, LGBTQIA individuals, people with disabilities, ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, older members of society, and others from diverse backgrounds to apply
• Non-discrimination based on race, gender, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status
• Work culture free from discrimination and harassment
• Respectful treatment of others with kindness and respect