Principal Software Engineer

Snyk is a developer security platform that makes it easy for development teams to find, prioritize, and fix security vulnerabilities in code, dependencies, containers, and cloud infrastructure — and do it all right from the start.
Backend
Principal Software Engineer
Hybrid
10+ years of experience
Cybersecurity

Description For Principal Software Engineer

Snyk, a developer security platform, is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to play a fundamental role in advancing the company's technical capabilities. This role involves collaborating across divisions to establish fundamental technical frameworks that unify Snyk's technical stack. The ideal candidate will possess crucial knowledge encompassing a significant portion of the company's technical landscape and leverage this expertise to drive coherence, consistency, and efficiency in products and services.

As a Principal Engineer at Snyk, you'll be expected to demonstrate profound technical proficiency, shape the trajectory of the entire Snyk stack through strategic technical leadership, and cultivate emerging technical talent within the company. You'll foster a collaborative environment among senior technical leaders, maintain hands-on technical involvement, provide data-driven insights for critical decisions, and effectively communicate technical plans across various levels of the organization.

Key responsibilities include driving execution of large-scale programmes, identifying and addressing cross-functional dependencies, and design challenges. The role requires a minimum of 10 years of experience in technical leadership roles, a strong educational background in Computer Science or related fields, and exceptional skills in leadership, communication, and analytical thinking.

Snyk offers a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible working arrangements, generous time off policies, health benefits, and various allowances. The company is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values diversity and supports employee growth and well-being.

Join Snyk to be part of a mission to make the world a more secure place by empowering developers to develop fast and stay secure. Embrace Snyk's core values of One Team, Care Deeply, Customer Centric, and Forward Thinking as you contribute to shaping the future of developer security.

Last updated 4 months ago

Responsibilities For Principal Software Engineer

  • Demonstrate profound technical proficiency to shape the trajectory of the entire Snyk stack through strategic technical leadership
  • Cultivate emerging technical talent within Snyk, nurturing the next generation of senior technical leaders
  • Foster a collaborative environment among senior technical leaders, driving a unified approach towards achieving organizational objectives
  • Maintain hands-on technical involvement, contributing to critical cross-functional initiatives through coding, design, and operational support as needed
  • Provide data-driven insights to inform and validate critical technical decisions, remaining adaptable to new evidence
  • Effectively communicate technical plans and directives to audiences spanning various levels of seniority within the Engineering/R&D organization and across the broader business landscape
  • Drive execution of large-scale programmes by identifying and addressing cross-functional dependencies and design challenges

Requirements For Principal Software Engineer

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  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in technical leadership roles in software engineering
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred
  • Proficiency in software development, system architecture, and operational practices
  • Familiarity with modern software development methodologies and tools
  • Excellent leadership and influencing skills to collaborate effectively with senior technical and managerial stakeholders
  • Strong analytical abilities to support technical decisions with data-driven metrics
  • Exceptional communication skills to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
  • Proven track record of driving consensus among stakeholders while making difficult decisions
  • Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop emerging technical talent

Benefits For Principal Software Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Parental Leave
Education Budget
  • Flexible working hours, work-from home allowances, in-office perks, and time off for learning and self development
  • Generous vacation and wellness time off, country-specific holidays, and 100% paid parental leave for all caregivers
  • Health benefits, employee assistance plans, and annual wellness allowance
  • Country-specific life insurance, disability benefits, and retirement/pension programs, plus mobile phone and education allowances

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