United States onlyAt Sysdig, we believe cloud security isn't a compromise - it's a promise. From the start, our mission has been clear: to help organizations secure innovation in the cloud, the right way.
We created Falco, the open standard for cloud threat detection, and continue to lead the cloud security market with runtime insights, open innovation, and agentic Al. Creators of technology trusted by over 60% of the Fortune 500, Sysdig gives teams the real-time clarity to move fast and defend what matters most.
Culture matters here. We believe diversity fuels stronger ideas, and open dialogue drives sharper decisions. Recognized as a Best Place to Work and one of Deloitte's fastest-growing companies for the past 5 years, we're here to raise the standard for what cloud security and workplace culture should be.
If you have the passion to dig deeper, the desire to challenge convention, and the curiosity to build something better, Sysdig is the right place for you.
What you will do
- As an important technical leader, you will be reporting to the VP, Engineering to define and lead the vision of the CNAPP platform, setting the standard for engineering excellence across the organization.
- Architect, build, and evolve scalable, resilient, and performant services that power multiple engineering teams and critical operations. Collaborate with and influence team members in Product Management, Frontend, Design, Quality Engineering, Infrastructure and Customer Support to ensure seamless delivery of end-to-end solutions.
- Provide technical oversight on complex customer escalations, ensuring rapid resolution while identifying opportunities for systemic improvements to enhance product quality and customer satisfaction.
- Influence the engineering roadmap and contribute to long-term planning, leading projects that align technical capabilities with goals.
What you will bring with you
- 12+ years of experience
- Expertise in software architecture, design patterns, and system engineering, with experience delivering high quality and scalable solutions.
- Experience mentoring and developing engineers at all levels, encouraging a culture of technical excellence, learning, and high performance.
- Background managing multiple high-impact, time-sensitive initiatives, balancing priorities in a globally distributed organization.
- Experience leading large-scale software projects through their entire lifecycle, from initial requirements and architecture to deployment.
What we look for
- Programming Languages: Proficiency in Go and familiarity with other languages like Java or Rust or Python, with understanding of performance tuning and concurrent systems.
- Databases: Advanced experience with Postgres or other relational databases, plus familiarity with graph databases and data modeling for complex relationships.Tools &
- Frameworks: Hands-on knowledge of modern DevOps and CI/CD ecosystems including GitHub, Harness, Terraform, CloudFormation, Kubernetes,Prometheus, and Jira, with a focus on building maintainable infrastructure and automated observability.
- Experience communicating to diverse audiences and influence decision-making at all levels.
When you join Sysdig, you can expect:
- Extra days off to prioritize your well-being
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a 3% company match
- Maternity and Parental Leave
- Mental health support for you and your family through the Modern Health app
- Full health benefits package for you and your family
The U.S. annual compensation range for this full-time position is between $220,000 and $275,000 USD/year. Actual offers may be higher or lower than this range based on a variety of factors, including your work location, job-related experience and education.
We would love for you to join us! Please reach out even if your experience doesn't perfectly match the job description. We can always explore other options after starting the conversation. Your background and passion will set you apart, especially if your career path is different.
Sysdig values a diverse workplace and encourages women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. Sysdig is an equal-opportunity employer. Sysdig does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.
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