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Staff Backend Engineer, SOC & Threat Hunting

Censys · Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

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About Censys

Censys empowers security teams with the most comprehensive, accurate, and up-to-date map of the internet to defend attack surfaces and hunt for threats. Backed by Greylock and GV.

About the role

We’re looking to hire a Staff Backend Software Engineer to join our team. In this capacity, you will contribute to the development of specialized tools for threat hunters, SOC analysts, and incident response professionals within the Censys Platform. Your responsibilities will involve advancing our Adversary Investigation module by architecting resilient APIs and scalable microservices for our SaaS infrastructure.

What they're looking for

  • Architect and refine robust backend services to drive the capabilities of the Adversary Investigation module
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Design, and Frontend teams to create high-impact solutions for our customers
  • Maintain end-to-end ownership of the development cycle, from automating builds and testing to deployment and ongoing monitoring
  • Facilitate data-intensive user experiences by integrating both internal systems and external APIs
  • Engage in a fast-paced, iterative environment focused on technical excellence and proactive feedback loops
More about this role

Censys’ mission is to be the one place to understand everything on the internet. Frustrated by the lack of trustworthy Internet intelligence, we set out to create the industry’s most comprehensive, accurate, and up-to-date map of the Internet. Today, Censys delivers real-time Internet intelligence and actionable threat insights to global governments, over 50% of the Fortune 500, and leading threat intelligence providers worldwide.

This is a fully remote position within the United States or Canada.

We’re looking to hire a Staff Backend Software Engineer to join our team. In this capacity, you will contribute to the development of specialized tools for threat hunters, SOC analysts, and incident response professionals within the Censys Platform. Your responsibilities will involve advancing our Adversary Investigation module by architecting resilient APIs and scalable microservices for our SaaS infrastructure. By collaborating with engineering and product partners, you will transform intricate needs into sustainable software that delivers vital security intelligence. Your work will empower users to navigate the global Internet, identify emerging threats, and strengthen their...

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