Staff Software Engineer

Cohesity, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 210,000 - 233,000; Full time

Job summary

Cohesity, Inc. in Santa Clara, CA, is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to build system software services in a fast-paced security-focused environment.

You will work with product engineering and infrastructure to design, implement, and deliver high-performance features for on‑prem and cloud deployments. You'll lead cross‑team efforts, mentor teammates, and apply deep knowledge of Linux internals, containers, and cloud security to create scalable distributed services.

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• At least 10 to 12 years of software design and development experience.
• Experience leveraging AI tools to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and support decision making.
• 2+ years of Kubernetes and microservices architecture and Container security.
• Strong development experience in Golang, C++, Java and Python.
• REST API and GRPC-based application development.
• Deep understanding of Cloud Security (Cloud networks and Cloud-based Systems), including cryptography and Cloud Security Architecture and Solution.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement system, container, and Cloud Security related product features.
• Architect, design, develop and operationalize high-performance, scalable, reliable, and resilient services.
• Deep understanding of Linux Internals, Containers, and Cloud security for on-prem and SaaS deployments.
• Coordinate features and deliverables across multiple teams to achieve project goals.
• Collaborate with cloud operations to establish KPIs and own end-to-end delivery and lifecycle management.
• Lead initiatives and projects, providing technical leadership and mentoring to team members.

Skills

Golang

C++

Java

Python

Kubernetes

Microservices

REST API

GRPC

Cloud security

Distributed systems

AI tools

Education

B.S./M.S. in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Cohesity is a leader in AI-powered data security and management. Aided by an extensive ecosystem of partners, Cohesity makes it easy to secure, protect, manage, and get value from data — across the data center, edge, and cloud. Cohesity helps organizations defend against cybersecurity threats with comprehensive data security and management capabilities, including immutable backup snapshots, AI-based threat detection, monitoring for malicious behavior, and rapid recovery at scale.

We’ve been named a Leader by multiple analyst firms and have been globally recognized for Innovation, Product Strength, and Simplicity in Design.

Join us on our mission to shape the future of our industry.

We are actively seeking Staff Software Engineers to join our team. As part of our team, you will be responsible for developing system software services at a fast-paced development environment.

You are working in lock step with the product engineering and infrastructure team implementing security services. Writing design specs, implementing the design, and communicating with stakeholders will be a regular part of the job. We’re looking for an individual who is motivated by technology and enjoys problem-solving challenges in security domains.

HOW YOU’LL SPEND YOUR TIME HERE:

• Design, develop, and implement system, container, and Cloud Security related product features
• Architect, design, develop and operationalize high-performance, scalable, reliable, and resilient services
• Deep understanding of Linux Internals, Containers, and Cloud security that can be efficient at running as On-Prem software or as SaaS on public clouds
• Coordinate features and deliverables across multiple teams to achieve project goals
• Collaborate with cloud operations to establish KPI for different services and own end to end delivery and lifecycle management
• Lead initiatives and projects. Provide technical leadership and mentoring to team members.
• An advocate for policy as a code, security, and automation.

WE’D LOVE TO TALK TO YOU IF YOU HAVE MANY OF THE FOLLOWING:

• B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related experience
• At least 10 to 12 years of experience in software design and development
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and support decision making.
• 2+ years of experience in Kubernetes and microservices architecture and Container security
• Strong development experience in: Golang, C++, Java and Python
• REST API and GRPC-based application development.
• Deep understanding of Cloud Security (Cloud networks and Cloud-based Systems), including cryptography and Cloud Security Architecture and Solution
• Motivated to solve complex problems and challenges.
• Large Scale Distributed systems design and development
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Disclosure Pursuant to Applicable State Equal Pay Transparency Laws - This position has a starting pay range as listed below. Actual salary depends upon many factors, including a candidate’s skills, qualifications and experience, location, and salary expectations, and therefore a starting salary at the low end, high end, or even above the stated range may be offered. This position may also be eligible for bonus compensation, commission (if in a sales function), and/or equity grants. Additionally, full-time employees are eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits framework, including health and wellness benefits, vacation, paid holidays and refresh days, 401(k) retirement plan, life and disability insurance coverages, and other benefits the Company may offer from time to time.

Pay Range :$209,700.00-$233,000.00

The compensation noted above is based on an annualized hourly rate assuming normal full‑time employment.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEOE)

Cohesity is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin or nationality, ancestry, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status or any other category protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact us at 1-855-9COHESITY or [e-mail] for assistance.

In-Office Expectations

Cohesity employees who are within a reasonable commute (e.g. within a forty‑five (45) minute average travel time) work out of our core offices 2‑3 days a week of their choosing.

We strongly prefer candidates who are currently located in or near the designated job location. Candidates outside the area should apply only if they are committed to relocating prior to their start date and have the legal right to work in the job location.