Sr. Software Engineer (Agent)

In the cloud, every second counts. On the leading edge of security, Sysdig stops attacks in real-time by instantly detecting changes in cloud security risk with runtime insights and open source Falco. Trusted by a large enterprise customer base, we are a well-funded startup, passionate open source enthusiasts at heart, and problem-solvers who are building and delivering powerful solutions to secure cloud-native applications.
We have an organizational focus on delivering value to customers. We appreciate diverse opinions and open dialogue to spur ideas and we believe in working together to achieve our goals. We're an international company that understands how to cultivate an inclusive environment across all teams.
And we're a great place to work too - we've been named a "Best Places to Work" by Inc, the San Francisco Business Time, and Built In, with recognitions ranging from "Best Benefits" to a "Best Company for Happiness".
We are looking for driven team members who want to join us on our mission to lead cloud security globally. Does this sound like the right place for you?

What you will do

• Reporting to the Manager of Engineering , you will design and develop Sysdig's runtime security and monitoring capabilities on hosts and cloud-native environments
• Identify and drive improvements and new features
• You will work together with a diverse set of partners including Sysdig's teams for threat research, quality, product management, open source community and our closest customers

What you will bring with you

• Strong modern C++ experience
• Experience with at least one other language such as Golang, Rust, Zig
• Knowledge of security and Linux internals (kernel, eBPF)
• Experience with application development on Kubernetes
• Experience developing CI/CD pipelines, build systems and / or Windows development experience (driver/kernel/ETW)

What we look for

• 5+ years of experience working as Software Engineer
• Interest in security and observability
• Exposure or participation to an OSS community

When you join Sysdig, you can expect:

• Extra days off to prioritize your well-being
• Mental health support for you and your family through the Modern Health app
• Great compensation package

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.
Some of our Hiring Managers are globally distributed, an English version of your CV will be appreciated.
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.
#LI-FD1#LI-Onsite