Staff Software Engineer - Secure Coding Leader

KnowBe4; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses based on monthly sales targets

Employee referral bonuses

Adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Certification reimbursement

Certification completion bonuses

Job summary

KnowBe4 Cape Town is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to develop innovative products within a fast-paced, agile environment. You will work alongside other engineers to deliver high-quality software that aligns with KnowBe4's strategic goals and security-focused approach.

You will contribute to complex technical problems, provide direction to teammates, and drive cross-functional collaboration. This role requires strong expertise in software development and a track record of delivering impactful

Qualifications

• BS or equivalent with 10 years of experience.
• MS or equivalent with 5 years of experience.
• Ph.D. or equivalent with 4 years of experience.
• Training in secure coding practices (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Develops software using the KnowBe4 Software Development Lifecycle and Agile methodologies.
• Assist other team members by providing technical direction.
• Defines approaches and solutions to complex technical problems.
• Makes significant contributions in new technology, sometimes resulting in patents, trade secrets, and/or professional publications and presentations.
• Translates KnowBe4's strategic goals into operational plans.
• Provides coordination across functional boundaries.
• May act as team lead for larger sub-projects or entire, small projects.

Skills

Secure coding

Education

BS or equivalent

MS or equivalent

Ph.D. or equivalent

Job description

KnowBe4 Cape Town is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to develop innovative products within a fast-paced, agile environment. You will work alongside other engineers to deliver high-quality software that aligns with KnowBe4's strategic goals and security-focused approach.

You will contribute to complex technical problems, provide direction to teammates, and drive cross-functional collaboration. This role requires strong expertise in software development and a track record of delivering impactful