We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced backend Senior Software Engineer (Java/MySQL/AWS), to join our Keeper development team. The ideal candidate will be a positive and collaborative team player with a strong background in backend development. We are looking for someone to grow with our team in a fresh, fun, and innovative environment. This is a 100% remote position with an opportunity to work a hybrid schedule for candidates based in the El Dorado Hills, CA or Chicago, IL metro area!
Keeper’s cybersecurity software is trusted by millions of users and thousands of organizations, globally. Join one of the fastest-growing cybersecurity companies and be responsible for expanding and architecting Keeper's backend projects in the AWS cloud with the latest technology and tools!
About Keeper
Keeper Security is transforming cybersecurity for organizations around the world with next-generation privileged access management. Keeper’s zero-trust and zero-knowledge cybersecurity solutions are FedRAMP and StateRAMP Authorized, FIPS 140-2 validated, as well as SOC 2 and ISO 27001 certified. Keeper deploys in minutes, not months, and seamlessly integrates with any tech stack to prevent breaches, reduce help desk costs and ensure compliance. Trusted by thousands of organizations to protect every user on every device, Keeper is the industry leader for best-in-class password management, secrets management, privileged access, secure remote access and encrypted messaging. Learn more at KeeperSecurity.com.
About the Role
As a backend Senior Software Engineer, you will be joining an elite team of technical powerhouses within our Keeper Dev team. Play a pivotal role designing, developing and maintaining the core backend systems that power our applications. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, scalable, and high performance solutions that meet our business needs.
Responsibilities
- Own the ability to self-start and prioritize, plan, organize, and manage multiple tasks efficiently, in a demanding environment
- Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define and implement software solutions
- Utilize AWS Backend services and infrastructure to build scalable and robust backend solutions
- Design, develop, and maintain efficient and scalable backend systems and APIs using Java and AWS APIs
- Create and optimize database schemas, write complex MySQL queries, and ensure data integrity and performance
- Architect and implement RESTful APIs that are intuitive, secure, and well-documented
- Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, implement caching strategies, and optimize system performance
- Implement security best practices, authentication, and authorization mechanisms to protect data and systems
- Collaborate closely with frontend developers, product managers, and quality assurance engineers to deliver high-quality features
- Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and provide constructive feedback
- Investigate and resolve complex technical issues and outages, providing timely solutions
Requirements
- 5+ years of professional experience in backend software development
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent discipline or equivalent experience
- Proficiency in Java programming and related frameworks
- Strong knowledge of database design, optimization, and administration, specifically within MySQL
- Extensive experience with AWS services and cloud infrastructure
- Deep understanding of software architecture principles and design patterns
- Proven ability to design and build scalable, high-availability systems
- Excellent problem solving and communication skills
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development methodologies
- Due to this role’s involvement in GovCloud, all applicants must be a US Person. A “U.S. Person” is defined as a U.S. citizen or a Lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder).”
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision (inclusive of domestic partnerships)
- Employer Paid Life Insurance & Employee/Spouse/Child Supplemental life
- Voluntary Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
- 401K (Roth/Traditional)
- A generous PTO plan that celebrates your commitment and seniority (including paid Bereavement/Jury Duty, etc)
- Above market annual bonuses
Keeper Security, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and participant in the U.S. Federal E-Verify program. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Classification: Exempt
What We Do
Keeper Security is transforming the way organizations and individuals protect their credentials, secrets, connections and sensitive digital assets to significantly reduce the risks of identity security-related cyber attacks while gaining visibility and control. Keeper is the leading provider of zero-trust and zero-knowledge security cloud services trusted by millions of people and thousands of organizations for password management, secrets management, privileged access, secure remote infrastructure access and encrypted messaging.
Keeper's products are the highest-rated in the industry across G2, Trustpilot, PCMag and U.S. News & World Report. For the last several years, Keeper has received several InfoSec Awards from Cyber Defense Magazine for its cyber security enterprise software. Keeper is SOC 2 and ISO 27001 certified and FIPS 140-2 validated and Keeper Security Government Cloud is FedRAMP Authorized. Keeper is backed by Insight Partners, a leading venture capital and private equity firm with $90b AUM.
Why Work With Us
Keeper Security is an established company in a stage of rapid growth, providing the best of both worlds: the security of a successful business with the energy and excitement of a startup. Working at Keeper provides the opportunity to thrive in a creative, fast-paced environment where you can make a significant impact and advance your career.
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