Senior Software Engineer - Cloud Security

Tenable; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 137,500 - 183,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Tenable is seeking a senior software engineer in the United States to design, develop, and maintain scalable, high‑performance systems. You will collaborate with product managers and architects to deliver robust, standards‑driven solutions that impact exposure management.

We require 6+ years of software engineering experience and proficiency with C/C++, C#, Java, Go, or Python, plus hands‑on cloud experience (AWS/Azure/GCP).

Qualifications

• BSc in Computer Science or related field or strong server‑side development track record.
• 6+ years of software engineering experience on large‑scale projects.
• Proficiency in one or more of C/C++, C#, Java, Go, or Python.
• Experience building scalable, distributed systems and API design.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain complex, scalable, high‑performance systems.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to implement technical solutions.
• Provide input on architectural design and long‑term maintainability.
• Identify and troubleshoot production issues and perform root cause analysis.
• Contribute to code reviews and foster collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Participate in design and development of new features, integrations, and enhancements.

Skills

C/C++

C#

Java

Go

Python

Distributed systems

Microservices

API design

Cloud platforms

Problem solving

Education

BSc in Computer Science or related degree

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About Tenable

Tenable® is the Exposure Management company. Over 40,000 organizations around the globe rely on Tenable to understand and reduce cyber risk. Our global employees support 65 percent of the Fortune 500, 50 percent of the Global 2000, and large government agencies. Come be part of our journey!

Why Work at Tenable

Ask a member of our team and they’ll answer, “Our people!” We work together to build and innovate best‑class cybersecurity solutions for our customers, while creating a culture of belonging, respect, and excellence where we can be our best selves. When you’re part of the OneTenable team, you can expect to partner with some of the most talented and passionate people in the industry, and have the support and resources you need to do work that truly matters. We deliver results that exceed expectations and we win together!

Your Role

• Design, develop, and maintain complex, scalable, and high-performance systems with a focus on writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including product managers and architects, to implement technical solutions aligned with business objectives.
• Provide input on architectural design and participate in technical planning to ensure long‑term maintainability and compliance with standards.
• Identify and troubleshoot production issues, conducting root cause analysis and implementing fixes to ensure system reliability.
• Contribute to code reviews and technical discussions, sharing knowledge and fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Your Opportunity

• Develop critical components and systems that drive business outcomes, while maintaining and enhancing core infrastructure for scalability and reliability.
• Participate in the design and development of new features, integrations, and enhancements to software applications, databases, and interfaces.
• Support and improve automated testing and deployment processes to ensure smooth delivery of new features and system updates.
• Collaborate with other senior engineers to drive the technical direction of projects and ensure high-quality software delivery.

What You'll Need

• BSc in Computer Science or a related degree from a recognized institution, or a strong track record in server‑side development with advanced technical skills.
• 6+ years of experience in software engineering with a demonstrated ability to work on large‑scale projects and solve complex technical problems.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as C/C++, C#, Java, Go, or Python, with the ability to adapt to new tools and technologies.
• Solid experience building scalable, distributed systems with an understanding of microservices architecture and API design.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP, with knowledge of best practices for deploying and maintaining cloud‑based services.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, with experience debugging and resolving production issues in complex systems.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage workload efficiently, and contribute to the technical growth of the team.

This is the base pay range for this position. Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, location and experience, and may fall outside of the range shown. Employees are also eligible for variable compensation in addition to base pay (commission for sales roles, bonus for non‑sales roles), depending on company and individual performance. Tenable also offers a variety of comprehensive and competitive benefits which include: medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance; 401(k) retirement savings with company match; an employee stock purchase plan; an employee referral program; flexible spending accounts; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); education assistance; parental leave; paid time off (PTO); company‑paid holidays; health and wellness events; and community programs.

US Pay Range

$137,500—$183,500 USD

We’re committed to promoting Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) at Tenable – through all equal employment opportunity laws and regulations at the international, federal, state and local levels. If you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please contact [e-mail] for further assistance.

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