Senior Backend Engineer, DataSec & Cloud Security

Cato Networks; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Cato Networks is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to join the Cato DataSec team. You will design and build backend services, data pipelines, and analytics capabilities for a cutting-edge security platform.

This role focuses on scalable, reliable systems and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have 6+ years of backend experience in Java, with Go as a plus, and a strong background in data-intensive architectures, databases, and CI/CD practices to support

Qualifications

• 6+ years of backend development experience using Java (Go is a plus).
• Strong experience building high-scale SaaS microservices in production.
• Experience designing data-intensive backend systems and data pipelines.
• Knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis).
• Experience with distributed systems and high-volume data processing.
• Familiarity with CI/CD and automated testing methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable backend services and data-intensive applications.
• Build and maintain large-scale data pipelines that process and analyze massive volumes of security data.
• Own features end-to-end, from architecture and backend implementation to production deployment.
• Collaborate with Product Management, Research, Data Science, SOC, NOC, and Automation teams to deliver new capabilities.
• Design and implement enterprise-grade platform solutions with a focus on scalability, reliability, and performance.
• Research and adopt new technologies to improve data processing, analytics, and AI-driven security products.

Skills

Backend Java

Go

SaaS microservices

Data-intensive systems

Relational databases

NoSQL databases

Distributed systems

CI/CD

Automated testing

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Tools

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

Redis

Job description

Cato Networks is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to join the Cato DataSec team. You will design and build backend services, data pipelines, and analytics capabilities for a cutting-edge security platform.

This role focuses on scalable, reliable systems and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have 6+ years of backend experience in Java, with Go as a plus, and a strong background in data-intensive architectures, databases, and CI/CD practices to support