Senior Software Engineer, Distributed Systems

Censys, a leading provider of internet visibility and intelligence solutions, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer specialized in Distributed Systems to join their dynamic team. The role focuses on their Internet Intelligence Platform™ (IIP™), which processes and analyzes billions of internet telemetry data points.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and build scalable data pipeline solutions. You'll be handling both streaming and batch workloads, working with technologies like Spark, Flink, and GCP services. The role requires expertise in languages such as Golang, Python, and Scala, along with strong experience in building and maintaining large-scale data processing systems.

As a senior engineer, you'll be instrumental in scaling systems to handle hundreds of billions of data points while maintaining cost efficiency. The role combines technical excellence with customer focus, as you'll help shape the product roadmap based on customer needs and feedback. The company values innovation and encourages exploration of new technologies and architectural designs.

The position offers competitive compensation ($170,000 - $205,000) plus bonus and equity, comprehensive benefits including 401k match, and a hybrid work environment. Based in one of four hub locations (Seattle, Los Altos, Tysons, or Ann Arbor), you'll be part of a global team committed to making the internet more secure and transparent.

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced distributed systems engineer who enjoys tackling complex technical challenges while maintaining a strong focus on customer success and product impact.