Software Engineer – Cloud Security

Scaleway; Lille; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work up to 3 days remote per wk

Modern offices near public transport

Meal service at headquarters

Job summary

Scaleway, an agile cloud and security-focused tech company, is seeking a Software Engineer to design, build and maintain secure backend services at the heart of our cloud infrastructure. You will work on cryptography, HSMs, key management and secure architectures across the Secret Service portfolio.

You will join a small, collaborative team of engineers, contributing to reliability, security and compliance in a fast-growing environment, with hybrid work options and strong emphasis on ownership,

Qualifications

• Solid experience in Backend Software Engineering or DevOps with security/reliability focus.
• Strong Go (Golang) development skills or Python with rapid Go uptake.
• Good understanding of cryptography, key management and secure backend architectures.
• Knowledge of HSMs and PKCS#11 interfaces, or eagerness to develop expertise.
• Experience designing, developing and maintaining REST APIs and backend services.
• Linux, networking, security best practices knowledge.
• Experience with Docker, Terraform, Git and GitLab CI/CD.
• Familiarity with PostgreSQL and observability tools like Loki.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain secure backend services powering Key Manager, Secret Manager and Audit Trail.
• Build and improve robust, high-performance APIs for cryptographic key management and secure access to sensitive resources.
• Work with HSMs and integrate cryptographic operations via PKCS#11 interfaces.
• Contribute to architecture of security-critical infrastructure with reliability and resilience focus.
• Develop software using Go and ensure clean, maintainable code.
• Improve automation and deployment with Terraform, Docker and GitLab CI/CD.
• Implement observability and logging using Loki and ensure data security with PostgreSQL.
• Contribute to SecNumCloud compliance and security best practices.
• Collaborate with other teams to solve security challenges and improve services.

Skills

Go (Golang)

Backend Engineering

Security minded

Docker

Terraform

PostgreSQL

PKCS#11

GitLab CI/CD

Tools

GitLab CI/CD

Job description

OUR STORY:

Join Scaleway and shape the sovereign cloud of tomorrow! Since 1999, we have been designing secure, sustainable infrastructures aimed at supporting the most ambitious companies. Historically known for our dedicated servers (Dedibox), we made a strategic shift to cloud computing in 2015. Staying true to our principles of simplicity, flexibility, and technical excellence, we have become one of the leading players in Europe in the sector. With the rise of artificial intelligence, we have strengthened our commitment, supported by the Iliad Group, which is investing €3 billion to develop a serious, sovereign AI alternative to American and Asian giants. Every day, thanks to our fast-growing portfolio of cloud and AI products (bare metal, containerization, serverless, AI, etc.), Scaleway proudly serves thousands of customer across the private and public sector, from corporations like France Télévisions or Hachette Livre, to fast-growing startups like Photoroom and Biolevate, to institutions like the City of Copenhagen.

Our offices are located in Paris, Lille, Toulouse, Rennes, Rouen, Bordeaux and Lyon.

WHY WE NEED YOU?

As Scaleway continues to grow, we are strengthening our Secret Service team to expand our security product portfolio, including Key Manager, Secret Manager and Audit Trail, and support the increasing security requirements of our cloud customers.

As a Software Engineer, your mission will be to design, build and maintain critical security services at the heart of Scaleway's cloud infrastructure.

You will work on challenging technical topics involving cryptography, Hardware Security Modules (HSMs), key management and secure backend architectures, ensuring the reliability, security and scalability of our services.

This is an opportunity to contribute directly to the development of secure, reliable and compliant cloud services, while helping strengthen Europe's sovereign cloud ecosystem.

YOUR FUTURE TEAM

At Scaleway, we work in a collaborative and international environment where knowledge sharing, technical excellence and diverse perspectives help us build ambitious products at scale.

You will join our Secret Service team, composed of 4 people (1 manager and 3 Software Engineers), responsible for developing and operating key security services across Scaleway's cloud platform.

The team works at the intersection of backend engineering, cybersecurity and cloud infrastructure, building services that protect sensitive data, manage cryptographic keys and support secure access to cloud resources.

You will work in a collaborative environment with a strong focus on ownership, technical quality and continuous improvement, following Kanban practices, backlog refinement and bi-weekly retrospectives.

YOUR DAILY ROUTINE

• Design, develop and maintain secure backend services powering Key Manager, Secret Manager and Audit Trail.
• Build and improve robust, high-performance APIs for cryptographic key management and secure access to sensitive resources.
• Work with Hardware Security Modules (HSMs) and integrate cryptographic operations through PKCS#11 interfaces.
• Contribute to the architecture and evolution of security-critical infrastructure, with a strong focus on reliability, availability and resilience.
• Develop clean, maintainable and scalable software using Go (Golang).
• Improve infrastructure automation and deployment processes using Terraform, Docker and GitLab CI/CD.
• Implement and maintain observability, monitoring and logging solutions using tools such as Loki.
• Work with PostgreSQL to ensure reliable and secure data management.
• Contribute to security best practices and compliance requirements, particularly within the SecNumCloud framework.
• Collaborate with other Engineering and Infrastructure teams to solve complex security challenges and continuously improve our services.

About You

HARD SKILLS

• Solid experience in Backend Software Engineering, Infrastructure Engineering or DevOps, ideally in environments with strong security or reliability requirements.
• Strong development skills in Go (Golang), or proficiency in another backend language like Python with the ability and motivation to quickly become productive in Go.
• Good understanding of cryptography, key management and secure backend architectures.
• Knowledge of Hardware Security Modules (HSMs) and PKCS#11 interfaces, or a strong interest in developing expertise in these areas.
• Hands-on experience designing, developing and maintaining REST APIs and backend services.
• Good knowledge of Linux environments, networking fundamentals and security best practices.
• Experience with Docker, Terraform, Git and GitLab CI/CD.
• Familiarity with PostgreSQL and observability tools such as Loki.
• Understanding of cloud infrastructure, distributed systems and production environments.
• Familiarity with SecNumCloud or other security and compliance frameworks is a plus.

Soft Skills

• Ownership & Autonomy: You take responsibility for your work and drive technical topics from design to production.
• Problem-solving: You enjoy investigating complex technical challenges and developing pragmatic, reliable solutions.
• Security Mindset: You naturally consider security, reliability and maintainability in your engineering decisions.
• Collaboration: You enjoy working in a small team, sharing knowledge and collaborating with other engineering teams.
• Curiosity & Continuous Learning: You are eager to explore new technologies, particularly around cryptography, cloud infrastructure and cybersecurity.
• Communication: You can clearly explain technical decisions, share ideas and contribute to constructive discussions

WHAT YOU WILL FIND AT SCALEWAY

• Hybrid work: We offer up to 3 days of remote work per week
• Offices: Our offices are spacious, dynamic workspaces with bold design, conveniently located near public transport. Most of our offices feature outdoor spaces (terraces) and bike parking facilities
• Dining: Our chef provides a healthy meal service at the headquarters, and breakfast is available across all our sites year-round. Scalers working from regional sites enjoy a Swile card for lunches
• Well-being commitments: Whether it’s access to a gym, daycare places, or discounted services for caring services, Scaleway is committed to supporting Scalers in maintaining a balanced life
• International environment: With dozens of nationalities, Scaleway offers a stimulating environment where English is as widely spoken as French
• Career & Mobility: Our managers value internal mobility, and opportunities to transition to other entities within the Iliad Group are accessible to all Scalers

Why join the Scaleway adventure?

• A rich and diverse product offering: Scaleway offers over 100 public cloud products in IaaS, PaaS, and AI.
• A cutting-edge technical environment: Scaleway provides modern infrastructures, including high-performance bare metal servers, to tackle exciting technical challenges.
• Commitment to responsible cloud: Scaleway is dedicated to a more responsible cloud, with data centers powered solely by renewable energy since 2017, minimizing our ecological footprint and holding top-level certification.

THE NEXT STEPS

• Discovery call with a recruiter (30 min)
• A discussion with the Engineering Manager of the tribe (n+2)
• Technical discussion with the direct Manager and a team member to understand your technical skills and approach to the role (60 min)
• Team interview to deepen discussions and assess your fit with the team (45 min)

Scaleway is a company certified under SecNumCloud. A background check is mandatory in order to join the company.

At Scaleway, we are committed to building an inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone has a fair opportunity to thrive.

All applications are considered with care, regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, ethnic or social background, religion, disability, or any other characteristic.

We believe great ideas come from everywhere, and everyone which is why you should definitely apply.