Junior Software Engineer, Security Products

xage, inc; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Visa transfers

Job summary

Xage is seeking an early-in-career Software Engineer to join our lean engineering team in Palo Alto. You will help build, scale, and secure products that defend customers from modern cyber threats.

This role offers the chance to wear multiple hats, impact production from day one, and grow with a fast-moving startup focused on zero-trust security. Visa transfers are supported; equity is included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Proficiency in at least one backend or systems language (Python, Go, Rust, C++, or Java).
• Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming.
• Familiarity with networking protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP/S, DNS) and how the web works.

Responsibilities

• Feature development: write clean, maintainable, tested code for core security products.
• Security integration: help implement security-first protocols and secure data handling practices.
• Collaboration & agility: participate in stand-ups, sprint planning, and code reviews with senior engineers.
• Triage & support: investigate, debug, and resolve bugs or vulnerabilities identified by tests or feedback.
• Continuous learning: quickly pick up new tools, languages, and security frameworks as the product evolves.

Skills

Backend languages

CS fundamentals

Networking basics

Small-team mindset

Security concepts

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/CE/Cybersecurity

Job description

Xage is seeking an early-in-career Software Engineer to join our lean engineering team in Palo Alto. You will help build, scale, and secure products that defend customers from modern cyber threats.

This role offers the chance to wear multiple hats, impact production from day one, and grow with a fast-moving startup focused on zero-trust security. Visa transfers are supported; equity is included.