Software Engineer - New College Graduate

Vectra • Austin, TX

9h

About The Position

Vectra® is the leader in AI-driven threat detection and response for hybrid and multi-cloud enterprises. The Vectra AI Platform delivers integrated signal across public cloud, SaaS, identity, and data center networks in a single platform. Powered by patented Attack Signal Intelligence, it empowers security teams to rapidly prioritize, investigate and respond to the most advanced cyber-attacks. With 35 patents in AI-driven threat detection and the most vendor references in MITRE D3FEND, organizations worldwide rely on the Vectra AI to move at the speed and scale of hybrid attackers. For more information, visit www.vectra.ai. Position Overview Help us build great software that protects our customers around the world from an ever-increasing number of cyber attacks! As part of the Engineering team, Software Engineers will work directly on Vectra's platform to build or enhance features that help solve customer problems. We have a number of different teams with different focuses, so we generally accept all candidates focused on modern software development (frontend, backend, data, etc.). You will be applying to a general posting and, based on your interests and experience, will be matched and receive more specific details on the team's responsibilities.

Requirements

• Recent BS, M.S or Ph.D. graduate (or graduating by Spring 2026) in Computer Science
• Strong applied software development experience; you've built, broken, and fixed software applications
• Experience with an object oriented programming language (Python, Javascript, or C++ preferred) and data structures
• Proficiency in Unix/Linux environments
• Experience with a source control system, preferably Git

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of networking and security fundamentals
• Experience with databases and data management
• Working knowledge of web technologies
• Performance tuning skills

Responsibilities

• Be comfortable writing and shipping code on a daily basis
• Contribute to automated testing and other parts of end-to-end software delivery
• Work collaboratively in a team with other experienced engineers, product managers, and designers
• Evaluate and identify the correct approaches or technologies to use to solve problems

Benefits

• Vectra provides a comprehensive total rewards package that supports the financial, physical, mental and overall health of our employees and their families.
• Compensation includes competitive base pay, incentive plan eligibility, and participation in the employee equity plan (stock options).
• Specific benefits offered varies by location, but commonly include health care insurance, income protection / life insurance, access to retirement savings plans, behavioral & emotional wellness services, generous time away from work, and a comprehensive employee recognition program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees