Senior Developer, Arctic Wolf
+ Equity
Computer and network security
Open for applications
Computer and network security
1001+ employees
Open for applications
+ Equity
1001+ employees
Company mission
To end Cyber Risk through effective security operations.
Role
Who you are
- You are an experienced software developer with a strong background in secure and compliant coding practices
- You have cybersecurity, network security or network appliance experience
- You are familiar with compliance frameworks or were exposed to them in the past
- You are comfortable working independently on impactful features and guiding teams toward achieving security certifications
- Strong skills in one or more of the following areas: Python, GO, AWS, Docker, Linux, Kubernetes, Cryptography
- Demonstrated leadership experience and the ability to mentor team members in secure coding practices
- General understanding of network protocols, network topology and network devices
- Comprehensive understanding of software development best practices, with mastery in writing, debugging, and securing code
- Good documentation skills for documenting technical design and processes
- Experience developing native Linux applications
- Experience collaborating across teams to achieve compliance and security goals
- Experience with secure software development and implementation of compliance frameworks (CMMC, FIPS, etc.) would be a great asset
- Even if you haven’t worked with all our technologies, your diverse knowledge base and problem-solving skills will help you thrive in this role. Security training will be provided during onboarding and throughout your tenure
What the job involves
- As a certification focused Senior Developer in R&D, you will play a critical role in ensuring that our network appliance products meet the requirements of various certification frameworks
- Examples include Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) and Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS)
- This position will involve close collaboration with our product, documentation and compliance teams to integrate secure development practices, implement compliance-focused features, and guide our products through the certification process
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align development processes with requirements of various certification frameworks
- Mentor junior and new team members, fostering a culture of security and compliance awareness
- Implement and document secure coding practices, software components, and systems to meet certification standards
- Develop and maintain software tools that support compliance monitoring, auditing, and reporting
- Execute assigned and self-initiated work with minimal supervision, seeking feedback and mentoring as needed
- Develop and drive compliance specific features and software development practices
- Stay updated on evolving certification guidelines and incorporate them into the development lifecycle
- Assess complex issues creatively, using analytical and problem-solving techniques to identify root causes and propose solutions
- Review and adapt software development practices to enhance security and compliance outcomes
- Develop certification documentation as required by certification frameworks
- Contribute to knowledge sharing and innovation by participating in department-wide hackathons and monthly R&D demos
Application process
- Phone pre-screening: A recruiter will discuss your work history and provide an overview of the company. (~30 minutes)
- Technical assessment: A straightforward technical assessment related to secure software development. (~1 hour)
- Face-to-face interviews: Two rounds with team members to explore your technical skills, past projects, and career goals. (~1 hour per interview)
Our take
Founded in 2021, Arctic Wolf has emerged as a pivotal player in cybersecurity with its concierge approach to Security operations as a Service (SOCaaS). Arctic Wolf addresses the challenges of managing diverse cybersecurity systems and combating alert fatigue through its cloud-managed detection and response solutions.
Two of the many challenges facing digital enterprises are: having to manage dozens of different complex cybersecurity systems, and knowing what is actionable and an immediate threat (known as alert fatigue). Arctic Wolf’s platform offers cloud-managed detection and response systems, continual risk management and security awareness, solving both challenges.
Arctic Wolf's platform is now a top choice for organizations seeking streamlined security through unified technology. With 5,200 global organizations onboard, Arctic Wolf sets cybersecurity benchmarks, utilizing advanced AI and open-XDR architecture to analyze over 5.23 trillion security events weekly.
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Company
Funding (last 2 of 8 rounds)
Oct 2022
$401m
CONVERTIBLE
Jul 2021
$150m
SERIES F
Total funding: $899.2m
Company benefits
- Equity For All Employees: Our salary and benefits packages always include equity, so every employee has a stake in the company’s success
- Pack Unity: We’re on a mission to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and to create positive change in and out of the office
- Professional Development: Arctic Wolf mentors and trains its employees to help their career growth, and encourages and supports employee efforts to enhance their skills and competency through coursework and training
- Flexible Paid Time Off: Arctic Wolf believes that employees should have the opportunity to enjoy time away from work on a flexible basis. Employees are given accountability and authority within their job responsibilities, why not with their flexible time off? We encourage diversity and the ability for you to celebrate the days in the year that are important to you
- Family Forming Benefits: Your family is a part of our Pack, which is why in addition to comprehensive health benefits, we provide access to personalized family-forming support for employees exploring fertility health, those pursuing parenthood, those already pregnant, and other family related benefits
- Volunteer Time Off: As we seek to End Cyber Risk, we also seek to give back to the communities around us, so the world is a safer and better place for all to thrive. All pack members have 3 days of volunteer time off (VTO) to use to give back to their communities in a way that is meaningful to them
Company values
- Security: Our first responsibility is to our customers and their security.
- People: We delight our customers, deliver value to our partners, and work to foster a diverse and inclusive team
- Transparency: We share information, ideas, feedback, and concerns
- Innovation: We focus on technology and solutions that secure customers today and in the future
Company HQ
Eden Prairie, Minnesota
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Leadership
Nick Schneider
(President & CEO, not founder)Joined Arctic Wolf in 2016 as the Head of Worldwide Sales and worked their way through the roles to become CEO in 2021. Previously the vice-president of sales for Code42.
Brian NeSmith
(Founder)Previously the president and CEO of Blue Coat Systems, Inc.
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