Staff Software Engineer at Bugcrowd

Jyväskylä, Central Finland, Finland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Python, Java, Go, Node.js, API Design, REST, GraphQL, gRPC, CI/CD, AWS, Azure, GCP, OAuth2, JWT, Kafka, RabbitMQ

Industry

Computer and Network Security

Description

We are Bugcrowd. Since 2012, we’ve been empowering organizations to take back control and stay ahead of threat actors by uniting the collective ingenuity and expertise of our customers and trusted alliance of elite hackers, with our patented data and AI-powered Security Knowledge Platform™. Our network of hackers brings diverse expertise to uncover hidden weaknesses, adapting swiftly to evolving threats, even against zero-day exploits. With unmatched scalability and adaptability, our data and AI-driven CrowdMatch™ technology in our platform finds the perfect talent for your unique fight. We aim to create a new era of modern crowdsourced security that outpaces threat actors. Unleash the ingenuity of the hacker community with Bugcrowd, visit www.bugcrowd.com. Based in San Francisco and New Hampshire, Bugcrowd is supported by General Catalyst, Rally Ventures, Costanoa Ventures, and others. Job Summary This is a seasoned engineer role in which you lead technical efforts across multiple teams or subsystems, owning system reliability and operational excellence. A Staff Software Engineer acts as a mentor and process advocate, driving improvements that scale beyond a single team. You will exercise high discretion over technical decisions and influence department-level business outcomes. Providing strong leadership within and across scrum teams to align execution with architectural vision. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Proactively research, prototype, and introduce new technologies or architectural approaches that improve team or org-wide capabilities. Own the reliability, observability, and operational excellence of key systems—ensuring they meet or exceed defined SLAs. Actively mentor and sponsor engineers across levels, fostering career growth and encouraging broader technical participation. Continuously evolve team processes, driving scalable improvements in delivery, quality, and collaboration. Drive impact at the team and cross-team level. Provide strong technical leadership across one or more scrum teams, aligning execution with architectural vision and business goals. API & Integration Design, develop, and maintain scalable and secure APIs and integration services. Implement RESTful, GraphQL, and event-driven APIs for internal and external systems. Collaborate with product, data, and platform teams to ensure seamless system interoperability. Manage API lifecycle including versioning, authentication, monitoring, and performance optimization. Develop and maintain integration pipelines between SaaS systems, data sources, and third-party applications. Ensure data consistency, reliability, and integrity across integrated systems. Write technical documentation and maintain API specifications (OpenAPI / Swagger). Troubleshoot integration issues, conduct root cause analysis, and implement fixes. Support continuous improvement through automation, observability, and best practices. Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 6-8 years of experience Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. Master’s degree or relevant certifications (AWS Developer, Apigee API Engineer, etc.) preferred. Strong proficiency in modern programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, Go, Node.js). Experience with API frameworks and tools (Spring Boot, Express.js, FastAPI, etc.). Proficient in API design standards (REST, GraphQL, gRPC). Experience with API gateways and management tools (Kong, Apigee, AWS API Gateway, etc.). Knowledge of message queues and streaming platforms (Kafka, RabbitMQ, AWS SNS/SQS). Familiarity with OAuth2, JWT, and other authentication/authorization frameworks. Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and cloud services (AWS, Azure, or GCP). Strong understanding of integration patterns (pub/sub, webhook, ETL, etc.). Excellent debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Sitting and / or standing - Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time Carrying and / or lifting - Must be able to carry / move laptop as needed throughout the work day. Environment - remote, work-from-home 100% of the time. ADA Statement: Bugcrowd is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Bugcrowd will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR at ada@bugcrowd.com. Culture At Bugcrowd, we understand that diversity in the workplace is vital to a company’s success and growth. We strive to make sure that people are included and have a sense of being part of making Bugcrowd not only a great product but a great place to work. We regularly hear from both customers and researchers that Bugcrowd feels like a family, and we strive to maintain that internally as well. Our team consists of a broad range of people: musicians, adventure sports junkies, nature lovers, parents, cereal enthusiasts, night owls, cyclists, artists—you get the point. At Bugcrowd, we are solving security threats and vulnerabilities that are relevant to everyone, therefore we believe solving these problems takes all kinds of backgrounds. We value the perspectives and experiences people from underrepresented backgrounds bring. Disclaimer This position has access to highly confidential, sensitive information relating to the technologies of Bugcrowd. It is essential that the applicant possess the requisite integrity to maintain the information in the strictest confidence. The company is authorized to obtain background checks for employment purposes under state and federal law. Background checks will be conducted for positions that involve access to confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets). Background checks may include Social Security verification, prior employment verification, personal and professional references, educational verification, and criminal history. Applicants with conviction histories will not be excluded from consideration to the extent required by law. Equal Employment Opportunity: Bugcrowd is EOE, Disability/Age Employer. Individuals seeking employment at Bugcrowd are considered without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Apply at: https://www.bugcrowd.com/about/careers/

Responsibilities

The Staff Software Engineer will lead technical efforts across multiple teams, ensuring system reliability and operational excellence. They will mentor engineers, drive improvements, and provide strong technical leadership aligned with architectural vision and business goals.