Snyk is the leader in secure AI software development, helping millions of developers develop fast and stay secure as AI transforms how software is built. Our AI-native Developer Security Platform integrates seamlessly into development and security workflows, making it easy to find, fix, and prevent vulnerabilities — from code and dependencies to containers and cloud.
Our mission is to empower every developer to innovate securely in the AI era — boosting productivity while reducing business risk. We’re not your average security company - we build Snyk on One Team, Care Deeply, Customer Centric, and Forward Thinking.
It’s how we stay driven, supportive, and always one step ahead as AI reshapes our world.
Why this role?
As a Staff Software Engineer within the Snyk API and Web team, you will be redefining how security tools are built in the AI Era. These changes affect builders and breakers, defenders and attackers, and you have the opportunity to be at the forefront of building the engines that protect our global network of high-profile customers.
In this role, you'll join an award-winning team (recognised at RSAC 2025 as the most innovative API security product) in building out DAST, and bridging the gap between SAST and other products to create a unified view of application risk. You'll be part of a high-performing team working to accelerate and scale the product for enterprise needs, whilst engineering innovative new features and products, designed to map and protect the ever-expanding web and API attack surface.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead the design and implementation of highly reliable, large-scale solutions to our most complex technical problems.
- Drive consensus with peers and senior leads to define and implement solutions for large-scale engineering challenges.
- Take end-to-end ownership for critical efforts, acting as a technical lead to deliver broad, cross-functional projects.
- Mentor and coach junior engineers, helping to grow the next generation of technical leaders at Snyk.
- Communicate regularly and effectively to ensure alignment with team, peers, and senior leadership.
What You Bring:
- You have at least 10 years of commercial experience as a Software Engineer.
- You have experience in large-scale software systems design, with a strong grasp of computer science fundamentals.
- You are proficient in at least one of our core programming languages (Go, TypeScript or Python), with a willingness to learn new technologies.
- You have hands-on experience with Kubernetes or major cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).
- You have a strong commitment to code quality and the value of giving and receiving feedback through code reviews.
- You have a proven track record of leading projects and inspiring engineering teams to achieve results.
- You are a highly effective communicator, able to work collaboratively, be curious, and have a growth mindset.
It’d Be Awesome If You Also…
- An interest or experience in CyberSecurity
- Contribute to open-source projects and share your knowledge with the developer community.
- Embrace the cloud-native world and have experience with Docker.
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We care deeply about the warm, inclusive environment we’ve created and we value diversity – we welcome applications from those typically underrepresented in tech. If you like the sound of this role but are not totally sure whether you’re the right person, do apply anyway!
About Snyk
Snyk is committed to creating an inclusive and engaging environment where our employees can thrive as we rally behind our common mission to make the digital world a safer place. From Snyk employee resource groups, to global benefits that help our employees prioritize their health, wellness, financial security, and a work/life blend, we aim to support our employees along their entire journeys here at Snyk.
Benefits & Programs
Prioritize health, wellness, financial security, and life balance with programs tailored to your location and role.
Flexible working hours, work-from home allowances, in-office perks, and time off for learning and self development
Generous vacation and wellness time off, country-specific holidays, and 100% paid parental leave for all caregivers
Health benefits, employee assistance plans, and annual wellness allowance
Country-specific life insurance, disability benefits, and retirement/pension programs, plus mobile phone and education allowances