Sr Software Engineer - Backend Web Applications

Rollbar, Inc.; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative deep-tech startup is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to enhance the functionality of their Device Identity Platform. This role involves developing complex network applications using Go and integrating with various APIs. The company values action-based empathy and aims to build a diverse, collaborative team. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies like gRPC, Kubernetes, and PostgreSQL, while contributing to a culture that prioritizes inclusivity and innovation. Join a forward-thinking organization where your contributions will directly impact the success of the platform and the company.

Qualifications

• Experience with building and maintaining gRPC services and event-based distributed systems.
• Ability to create secure container images and maintain CI/CD workflows.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain complex network applications written in Go.
• Instrument applications to collect metrics, traces, and logs.

Skills

Go

gRPC

Protocol Buffers

Open Telemetry

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

PostgreSQL

React

TypeScript

Tools

GitHub Actions

Terraform

Redis

Job description

Smallstep is an internationally distributed, remote-first company. We work reasonable, flexible hours and utilize technology to accomplish goals asynchronously. We look for folks who are thoughtful, can break down problems, and often work independently. You are trusted to work on your own and to ask for help when blocked. At Smallstep, you get the benefit of working with a tight-knit team across many areas and contribute directly to the success of the organization.

Security is a core responsibility for all employees at Smallstep.

All roles are expected to strictly adhere to our security policies, procedures, and best practices to protect company assets, customer data, and systems. All employees must remain vigilant, report potential security concerns, and participate in ongoing security training to ensure compliance with industry standards.

About the role

We are a nimble deep-tech startup of seasoned experts. We’re looking for a Senior Software Engineer with a passion for building and maintaining integrations focused on enhancing the functionality of the Smallstep Device Identity Platform. You’ll work with technologies such as Jamf, Intune, Wi-Fi/RADIUS, SaaS applications, ZTNA solutions, and identity providers like Okta, Entra ID, Workspace ONE, and Google Workspace — along with other systems of similar nature and function.

Our technical stack

• Backend: Go, gRPC, Protobuf
• Data Storage: PostgreSQL, Redis
• Frontend: React, TypeScript
• Deployment & Infrastructure: Kubernetes, Terraform
• CI/CD: GitHub Actions

Responsibilities

1. Developing and maintaining complex network applications written in Go
2. Instrumenting applications to collect metrics, traces, and logs with Open Telemetry
3. Building applications that integrate with public APIs to enhance functionality within the Smallstep platform
4. Creating and maintaining re-usable CI/CD workflows for software deployment, testing, and automation using GitHub Actions

Experience With …

• Building and maintaining gRPC services and working with Protocol Buffers (Protobuf)
• Operating and maintaining event-based distributed systems
• Creating and maintaining secure container images with Docker or Podman
• Bonus: Kubernetes experience
• Bonus: Integrating with MDMs

Nice to Have

• Experience with Kubernetes tooling (kustomize, helm)
• GCP infrastructure management
• Cryptography and protocols (X.509, OAuth 2.0, JWT, TLS, PKCS11)
• Network application security with cryptography
• Public and private PKI

Technologies

Go, gRPC, Open Telemetry, Protocol Buffers, HTTP, Git, GitHub Actions, Docker, Kubernetes, microservice architecture, PostgreSQL, MDMs, GCP, PKI, OAuth 2.0, JWT, AWS, Azure

Our Culture & Values

We believe in action-based empathy and actively work to create an environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. We know a diverse team is essential for a vibrant and inclusive culture. We’re committed to building a self-aware, collaborative, results-driven team that reflects a variety of skills, backgrounds, and experiences.

Smallstep is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We encourage all interested individuals to apply.