Principal Software Engineer

at  Secure Code Warrior

Our mission at Secure Code Warrior is to make the digital world safer by helping companies secure their software through developer-driven security. In a nutshell, Secure Code Warrior gives developers the skills to write secure code. Our learning platform is the most effective secure coding solution because it uses agile learning methods for developers to learn, apply, and retain software security principles. Over 600 enterprises trust Secure Code Warrior to implement agile learning security programs, deliver secure software rapidly, and create a culture of developer-driven security.
To make our mission possible, we’ve brought together individuals passionate about software, security, connection, and collaboration. We are a venture-backed, global remote-first company with offices in Australia, America, Belgium, Iceland, and the United Kingdom.
For more information about Secure Code Warrior, visit www.securecodewarrior.com.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Do you crave complex technical challenges and the chance to make a real difference? Are you a distinguished software engineering leader with a passion for building secure and scalable systems? If so, then SCW wants you!
We’re seeking a Principal Engineer to join our growing cybersecurity team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our platform. This is your chance to leverage your deep expertise and leadership to guide critical technical initiatives and leave a lasting impact.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU’LL:

• Champion innovative solutions that push the boundaries of secure software development;
• Lead the design and development of complex, high-impact features for our platform, utilizing our tech stack (NodeJS, TypeScript, React, Java, Kotlin, Apache Spark, Apache Airflow, Spring Boot, and Kubernetes in AWS);
• Decompose complex technical tasks into manageable steps, delegating and collaborating effectively with team members to ensure successful project completion and on-time delivery;
• Provide expert technical leadership and mentorship, fostering a culture of excellence within the engineering team;
• Collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization, ensuring technical decisions align with business goals;
• Influence the overall software development lifecycle (SDLC) and set the bar for exceptional engineering practices, including advocating for strong unit testing, integration testing, system design principles, code reviews, and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines;
• Shape SCW’s technical direction through strategic decision-making and architectural expertise; and
• Translate technical solutions into clear business value for senior leadership.