Senior Software Engineer, Backend (Java, KeeperApp) Remote, US

Keeper Security, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision (inclusive of

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Voluntary Short/Long Term Disability

401K (Roth/Traditional)

Generous PTO including Bereavement/Jry

Above market annual bonuses

Job summary

Keeper Security, Inc. is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for the KeeperApp backend to design, develop, and maintain server-side services and APIs. This is a 100% remote role with the option for a hybrid schedule for candidates in the CA or IL metro areas.

You will own backend components, influence implementation choices, and contribute to scalable, secure cloud-based solutions in AWS.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional backend development experience.
• Strong experience with server-side Java.
• Solid understanding of backend architecture and APIs.
• Experience with MySQL or similar relational databases.
• Kotlin is a strong plus.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain backend services and APIs in Java for KeeperApp.
• Write clean, scalable server-side code and ensure reliability and security.
• Collaborate with product and senior engineers on feature design and implementation.
• Work with MySQL to design schemas, write queries, and optimize performance.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to engineering best practices.
• Troubleshoot backend issues related to performance and correctness.

Skills

Java backend

Server-side APIs

MySQL

Kotlin (plus)

Analytical skills

Fast learner

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

AWS

Job description

Senior Software Engineer, Backend (Java, KeeperApp)

Remote, US

Description

Keeper Security is hiring a Senior Software Engineer to join the KeeperApp backend team, focused on building and maintaining server-side systems that support one of Keeper’s core products. This is a 100% remote position with an opportunity to work a hybrid schedule for candidates based in the El Dorado Hills, CA or Chicago, IL metro area!

Keeper’s cybersecurity software is trusted by millions of people and thousands of organizations globally. Keeper is published in 23 languages and sold in over 150 countries. Join one of the fastest-growing cybersecurity companies and be responsible for expanding and architecting Keeper's backend projects in the AWS cloud with the latest technology and tools!

About Keeper

Keeper Security is transforming cybersecurity for organizations around the world with next-generation privileged access management. Keeper’s zero-trust and zero-knowledge cybersecurity solutions are FedRAMP and StateRAMP Authorized, FIPS 140-2 validated, as well as SOC 2 and ISO 27001 certified. Keeper deploys in minutes, not months, and seamlessly integrates with any tech stack to prevent breaches, reduce help desk costs and ensure compliance. Trusted by thousands of organizations to protect every user on every device, Keeper is the industry leader for best-in-class password management, secrets management, privileged access, secure remote access and encrypted messaging. Learn more at KeeperSecurity.com .

About the Role

As a Senior Software Engineer on the KeeperApp team, you will design, develop, and maintain server-side services and APIs that support core application functionality. You will take ownership of backend components, influence implementation decisions, and contribute to long-term system maintainability. This role emphasizes problem solving, analytical thinking, and strong backend fundamentals. While the broader platform runs in AWS, this position focuses primarily on application-level backend development, not infrastructure ownership.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement backend services and APIs using Java
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient server-side code
• Implement and evolve business logic that supports core KeeperApp functionality
• Work with MySQL to design schemas, write queries, and optimize performance
• Collaborate with senior engineers and product managers on feature design and implementation
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to backend engineering best practices
• Troubleshoot and resolve backend issues related to performance, correctness, and reliability
• Apply secure coding practices to protect sensitive data and services
• Contribute to Agile development workflows and iterative feature delivery

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in backend software development
• Strong experience with server-side Java
• Solid understanding of backend application architecture and APIs
• Experience working with MySQL or similar relational databases
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with Kotlin is a strong plus
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Must be a U.S. Person
• Medical, Dental & Vision (inclusive of domestic partnerships)
• Employer Paid Life Insurance & Employee/Spouse/Child Supplemental life
• Voluntary Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401K (Roth/Traditional)
• A generous PTO plan that celebrates your commitment and seniority (including paid Bereavement/Jury Duty, etc)
• Above market annual bonuses

Keeper Security, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and participant in the U.S. Federal E-Verify program. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Classification: Exempt