Staff Software Engineer - API Team
SecurityScorecardNew York, New York, United States • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
Posted September 17, 2025
75000 - 95000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
SecurityScorecard is a global leader in cybersecurity ratings and resilience, offering patented technology used by over 25,000 organizations for enterprise risk management, third-party risk assessment, board reporting, due diligence, cyber insurance underwriting, and regulatory oversight. The company's Instant SecurityScorecard provides a comprehensive, real-time view of an organization's security posture, enabling better decision-making and improved communication of cybersecurity risks to stakeholders. Founded by security experts in 2013, SecurityScorecard is funded by prominent investors and recognized by the U.S. Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency.
Job Description
SecurityScorecard is seeking a talented Backend Software Engineer to join their Technology team. This role focuses on building and maintaining scalable APIs and Infrastructure using DevOps principles, collaborating with various teams to deliver high-performance systems. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing reliable software and contribute to a collaborative, learning environment.
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience working in agile environments (ideally Scrum)
- Strong proficiency in server-side development with hands-on experience in building scalable and reliable back-end systems
- Solid foundation in backend development with a relational database (e.g., PostgreSQL)
- Proven ability to build scalable, maintainable software in modern environments
- Strong testing habits with unit and integration test coverage
- Experience working in agile teams and version control systems (e.g., Git)
Benefits
- Annual performance-based incentive compensation awards
- Equity
- Other company benefits
