Software Development Engineer I

Most boards and executives are currently flying blind when it comes to cyber risk. They are guessing. At Safe, we’ve built an AI-driven engine that finally gives the C-Suite a clear, quantified, and real-time view of their security posture. We don’t just provide data; we provide certainty.

We are a$170M Series C-funded category leader. We don’t play in the mid-market; we operate at the highest levels of global enterprise. Today, we are proud to serve 10% of the Fortune 500, protecting global icons such as Apple, Netflix, AT&T, Verizon, and Victoria’s Secret.

As we scale toward our next chapter, we are looking for high-performers who want to do the best work of their careers at the intersection of AI and Cybersecurity.

The Culture Memo: Our Operating System

Safe is not a typical corporate environment. We are a high-intensity, mission-driven team. We value builders who want to define a category and work alongside people who are equally committed to excellence.

• Extreme Ownership: We don’t do "not my job." We hire people who see a gap and own the solution from start to finish.

• The Elite Standard: We serve the most sophisticated companies on the planet. Our work must be bulletproof. Whether it’s a line of code or a sales deck, we aim for Tier-1 quality every time.

• Methodology & Rigor: We don’t wing it. FromForce Management andMEDDICC in sales todata-driven sprints in engineering, we rely on proven frameworks to stay disciplined and predictable.

• Radical Candor: We move too fast for politics or sugar-coating. We value direct, honest feedback that helps us find the right answer quickly.

• The Series C Hustle: We have the stability of a well-funded leader but the heart of a startup.

The Perks & Ownership:

We want our team to feel like owners because theyare owners. We trust our people to manage their results and their time.

• Meaningful Equity: Every "Safestar" is a shareholder. You aren’t just an employee; you are a partner in our success.

• Unlimited Leaves: We don’t believe in clock-watching. We offer unlimited leave because we trust you to take the time you need to recharge while staying committed to the mission.

• Comprehensive Benefits: We provide top-tier medical insurance and wellness benefits to ensure you and your family are well cared for.

• Career Trajectory: We are growing aggressively. For high-performers, the path for advancement moves at the speed of your ambition.

Core Responsibilities

• Code Mastery: Writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code that drives our product forward.
• Technical Contribution: Engage actively in architectural discussions, lending your expertise to implement scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions.
• Code Review: Conduct thorough code reviews to maintain code quality, identify opportunities for improvement, and share constructive feedback with team members.
• Cloud Integration: Leverage AWS services, including but not limited to AWS Lambda, API Gateway, EC2, S3, and RDS, to deploy and optimize cloud-based solutions.
• Problem Solving: Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Collaboration: Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment between technical solutions and business objectives.
• Project Execution: Play a key role in project planning, execution, and timely delivery of features, ensuring adherence to project timelines and scope.

Qualifications/ Experience/ Essential Skills:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in software development roles, with a strong command of server-side languages such asNode.js, Python, or Go
• Hands-on experience in API development using Typescript and frameworks such as Express is preferred.
• Experience with modern web development technologies (e.g., React, Angular,Vue.js) is a plus.
• Good understanding of SQL and NoSQL databases
• Understanding cloud computing concepts and experience using any major cloud service provider (AWS/GCP/Azure).
• Ability to build and deploy the application in a containerized environment
• Proven track record of delivering high-performance and scalable platforms in a fast-paced agile environment and drive to take end-to-end ownership.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and infrastructure as code (e.g., AWS CloudFormation) is advantageous.