Sensor & Services Developer (EMEA - Remote)

Description

Upwind is the runtime-powered CNAPP that leverages runtime data to secure our customers’ cloud infrastructure. Upwind’s holistic approach to cloud security helps organizations mitigate the risks that actually matter, identify the root causes of threats in minutes and respond with context and automation. Upwinders are spread across the globe in all departments and work together to protect the infrastructure of our customers - we’re a strong, emerging player in a massive and growing market, and it’s still early enough for you to make a significant impact. At Upwind, you’ll have the freedom to think creatively, dream big, and use your full range of skills to contribute to our record growth. 

Location: Remote (candidates can be based anywhere in the EMEA region)

We are looking for an experienced Software Engineer to join our great SW-Engineering team.The team faces complex engineering issues on a daily basis, both solving new challenges and constantly improving the existing solutions.

We work with all major cloud providers (AWS, GCP, Azure) and use cutting-edge technologies such as Go, Kubernetes, Docker, eBPF, and more.

Responsibilities

• Customer focus: Collaborate with product management to implement customer-requested features.
• Full project ownership: Oversee all project phases from inception to production, including design, development, deployment, monitoring, and maintenance.
• Technical leadership: Contribute to architectural decisions and conduct code reviews to ensure high quality.
• System optimization: Analyze and enhance backend systems for performance, scalability, and reliability.
• eBPF sensor development: Develop and refine our eBPF-based sensor to provide in-depth Kubernetes cluster visibility for proactive threat detection.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Work closely with frontend, backend, and DevOps teams to deliver exceptional features.

Requirements

• EU citizenship / work permit
• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science/Software Engineering or related field
• 3+ years of experience with Software Engineering in a high-level programming language (e.g. Golang, Java, C, Python)
• 2+ years of experience working with Kubernetes.
• Experience with cloud platforms and products (e.g. AWS, GCP and Azure)
• Experience implementing data-intensive systems (databases, event systems, messaging systems, etc)
• Familiarity with OS internals, linux networking and file systems
• Experience with microservices based architecture

Preferred qualifications

• Experience implementing eBPF code