Senior Staff Software Engineer – Customer Platform & AI‑Enabled API Services (Remote, USA) – Architect, Innovate, and Secure Cloud‑Native Backend Solutions

About brighthush

brighthush is a pioneering force in the cloud‑native security landscape, redefining how enterprises build, ship, and protect their software. Founded in 2021, we have quickly become the trusted partner for companies that demand uncompromising security, reliability, and performance. Our platform delivers low‑to‑zero CVE container images, advanced entitlement management, and policy‑driven automation, enabling developers to focus on innovation while we handle the complexity of supply‑chain security.

With a vibrant team of over 250 engineers, product managers, and security specialists, brighthush is headquartered in Seattle, Washington, yet our culture is truly global. We believe talent knows no borders, which is why we proudly offer a fully remote, flexible work environment that supports diverse teams across the United States.

Why brighthush is the Place to Accelerate Your Career

As a Senior Staff Software Engineer on our Customer Platform team, you will be at the forefront of building the APIs, entitlements, policies, and platform primitives that connect customers, partners, and internal product teams to brighthush’s secure software supply chain. You will own backend features from concept to production, shape the future of AI‑powered customer experiences, and mentor the next generation of engineers—all while working in a culture that values autonomy, continuous learning, and impact.

Role Overview

This role is a blend of visionary architecture, hands‑on engineering, and leadership. You will be the technical steward of our customer‑facing services, ensuring that every API call, entitlement decision, and policy enforcement is delivered at scale, with zero compromise on security or performance. Your influence will extend beyond code: you will help define the product roadmap, set engineering standards, and foster a culture of excellence across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• End‑to‑End Ownership – Lead the full lifecycle of backend features: design, implementation, rollout, and iteration. Work closely with Product Management and partner teams to translate business goals into robust, scalable solutions.
• Backend Architecture & API Design – Design, build, and evolve high‑performance backend systems using Go, REST, and gRPC. Ensure that entitlement, policy, and onboarding services meet the demands of millions of API calls per day.
• Cross‑Team Collaboration – Serve as the primary technical liaison between the Customer Platform and other brighthush engineering groups (Containers, Libraries, OS Packages). Translate requirements into integration paths that maintain consistency across the ecosystem.
• AI‑Powered Product Innovation – Extend brighthush’s agentic AI foundation into customer‑facing product experiences. Collaborate with data scientists to embed intelligent features that anticipate user needs and streamline workflows.
• Technical Leadership & Mentorship – Provide guidance to senior and mid‑level engineers. Help the team navigate ambiguity, break down complex problems, and deliver clear, measurable outcomes.
• Roadmap & Delivery – Contribute to a product‑driven roadmap with realistic deadlines. Prioritize trade‑offs, champion iterative delivery, and ensure that the team ships high‑quality features on time.
• Security & Compliance Champion – Embed industry‑leading security practices into every layer of the stack, from code review to deployment pipelines. Ensure compliance with relevant standards such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, and GDPR.
• Observability & Reliability Advocate – Design and implement comprehensive monitoring, logging, and alerting strategies that provide full visibility into system health and performance.

Essential Qualifications

• 5+ years of production experience building backend services in Go.
• Deep expertise in API design, microservices architecture, and scaling systems to handle high traffic.
• Proven track record of owning features end‑to‑end, from design through production and iteration.
• Experience collaborating across multiple engineering teams to align on technical standards and integration patterns.
• Strong problem‑solving skills: diagnose issues, recommend solutions, and chart actionable paths forward.
• Demonstrated mentorship ability—guiding engineers without a formal management title.
• Comfort operating in ambiguous environments and turning uncertainty into clear, executable plans.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cloud‑native environments (Kubernetes, cloud provider APIs).
• Background in entitlement systems, billing, or platform infrastructure.
• Prior exposure to building or extending AI‑powered product features.
• Knowledge of security best practices for container images and supply‑chain protection.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, observability, and automated testing frameworks.

Core Skills & Competencies

• Technical Proficiency – Go, REST/gRPC, Kubernetes, cloud APIs, CI/CD, observability.
• Architectural Vision – Ability to design scalable, maintainable systems that evolve with business needs.
• Communication – Clear articulation of complex technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Leadership – Inspiring teams, fostering collaboration, and driving high‑performance outcomes.
• Innovation – Curiosity to explore new technologies, especially AI, and apply them to real‑world problems.
• Adaptability – Thriving in a fast‑paced, rapidly changing environment.

Career Growth & Learning Opportunities

At brighthush, your career trajectory is driven by impact, learning, and mentorship. As a Senior Staff Software Engineer, you will:

• Lead high‑visibility projects that shape the future of secure software delivery.
• Mentor junior engineers, helping them grow into senior roles.
• Participate in technical steering committees that influence product strategy.
• Attend industry conferences, hackathons, and internal knowledge‑sharing sessions.
• Receive ongoing training in emerging technologies, including AI, cloud security, and distributed systems.
• Explore opportunities to contribute to open‑source projects and community initiatives.

Work Environment & Culture

brighthush is built on a foundation of trust, autonomy, and continuous improvement. Our remote‑first culture means you can work from anywhere in the United States while staying connected through:

• Weekly virtual stand‑ups and bi‑weekly all‑hands meetings.
• Monthly stipend for coworking spaces, phone, and internet.
• Bi‑annual destination summits that bring the team together for collaboration and celebration.
• Open‑source contributions and community engagement initiatives.
• A culture that values work‑life balance, mental health, and personal growth.

Compensation & Benefits

While specific salary ranges are not disclosed publicly, brighthush offers a competitive total rewards package that includes:

• Competitive base salary aligned with market rates for senior engineering roles.
• Stock options granted upon hire and at promotion milestones, with a 10‑year vesting period.
• Full coverage of health, vision, and dental insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO) to recharge and maintain peak performance.
• 18 weeks paid parental leave for birthing parents and 12 weeks for non‑birthing parents, with flexible usage options.
• Professional development budget for conferences, courses, and certifications.
• Annual performance bonuses tied to individual and company goals.

How to Apply

If you’re a seasoned backend engineer who thrives on ownership, collaboration, and innovation, we’d love to hear from you. Join brighthush and help us build the next generation of secure, AI‑driven software platforms.

Ready to take the next step? Apply to this role now and become a key driver of brighthush’s mission to secure the future of cloud‑native development.

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