Senior Backend Software Engineer at Teleport

We are looking for passionate engineers to join our team at Teleport. We help companies stay secure while moving fast by providing a unified access plane for infrastructure. Our platform is trusted by innovative organizations like Snowflake, NASDAQ, and Elastic to consolidate access management, reduce attack surfaces, and simplify compliance. We are a fast-moving team that values autonomy, and we are currently looking for talented individuals to help us build the future of secure computing.

What is this role?

We are seeking a Senior Backend Software Engineer to join our team on a full-time, remote basis. This is a senior-level position where you will work on the core of our infrastructure access platform. You will be part of a highly skilled team that values technical excellence and direct impact, working on projects that influence the very fabric of the internet.

What will you do?

• Develop backend integrations with managed databases provided by various cloud services.
• Improve the scalability and resiliency of our infrastructure to support clusters with over 10,000 nodes.
• Implement advanced HTTPS proxy solutions that feature identity-aware access control and hardened security for Linux and Mac environments.

What makes you a great fit?

To succeed in this role, you should be an autonomous, security-minded engineer who understands the needs of other developers. We value candidates who are business-savvy and focused on delivering real value to our users. Your technical background should include:

• Strong experience working with Golang or Rust.
• Deep knowledge of Linux systems engineering.
• Cryptography engineering experience is considered a significant plus.
• Fluency in English to collaborate effectively with our global team.

What's in it for you?

We prioritize your professional growth and daily experience over traditional corporate perks. You will have the freedom to make decisions, access to a supportive senior team, and the opportunity to work on open-source projects that are loved by the engineering community. Benefits include:

• Remote work flexibility.
• Comprehensive professional development opportunities.
• Extensive health coverage and retirement savings plans.
• Rest and recovery policies designed to help you recharge.
• Equity in a company valued at US$1.1-bn.
• An annual expense budget.