Staff Developer-Backend

At Arctic Wolf, we're redefining the cybersecurity landscape. With our employee Pack members, spread out globally, committed to setting new industry standards. Our accomplishments speak for themselves, from our recognition in the Forbes Cloud 100, CNBC Disruptor 50, Fortune Future 50, and Fortune Cyber 60 to winning the 2024 CRN Products of the Year award. We’re proud to be named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape for Worldwide Managed Detection and Response Services and earning a Customers' Choice distinction from Gartner Peer Insights. Our Aurora Platform also received CRN’s Products of the Year award in the inaugural Security Operations Platform category. Join a company that’s not only leading, but also shaping, the future of security operations. 

Our mission is simple: End Cyber Risk. We’re looking for a Lead Developer to be part of making this happen.  

About the Role

As a Staff – Backend Developer, you’ll drive the technical vision, architecture, and execution of our backend services powering critical cybersecurity solutions. You’ll lead a team of developers, collaborate cross-functionally, and ensure our systems are scalable, performant, and secure. This is a high-impact role where you’ll combine hands-on development with technical leadership and mentoring.

What You’ll Do

Own the technical roadmap and architecture for backend systems and full-stack integrations.

Lead the design and development of scalable, high-performance microservices and RESTful APIs.

Collaborate closely with front-end teams to build seamless end-to-end experiences using React/TypeScript.

Champion engineering excellence by enforcing best practices in code quality, security, performance, and reliability.

Lead technical planning, backlog grooming, and code reviews to ensure alignment with product and business goals.

Drive system design discussions, make architectural decisions, and guide teams through technical trade-offs.

Partner with DevOps, Security, and Product teams to ensure efficient, secure, and observable systems.

Lead incident response and root cause analysis, and implement improvements to increase system resilience.

Mentor and coach developers across experience levels, fostering a culture of growth, innovation, and accountability.

Continuously improve team processes and tools, supporting Agile methodologies and DevSecOps practices.

Skills and Experience

8+ years of backend development experience, with 2+ years in a technical leadership or lead developer role.

Expertise in object-oriented programming languages such as Java/Python/GO

Strong knowledge of microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and distributed system design.

Experience with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, DynamoDB).

Proficiency in performance tuning, asynchronous programming, and multithreading.

Hands-on experience with messaging systems such as Kafka, RabbitMQ, or SQS.

Solid grasp of security principles including authentication, authorisation, and secure coding practices.

Proficiency with AWS services such as Lambda, API Gateway, S3, DynamoDB, and ECS.

Desirable Skills and Experience

Experience with containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes/ECS) and cloud-native architecture.

Familiarity with CI/CD, DevOps practices, and Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).

Passion for cybersecurity and interest in security operations.

Strong Git proficiency and experience managing branching strategies and code collaboration workflows.

Experience working across the stack, with a solid understanding of React/TypeScript front-end architecture.

Why Arctic Wolf?

At Arctic Wolf, we foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that thrives on diversity of thought, background, and culture. This is reflected in our multiple awards, including Top Workplace USA (2021-2024), Best Places to Work – USA (2021-2024), Great Place to Work – Canada (2021-2024), Great Place to Work – UK (2024), and Kununu Top Company – Germany (2024). Our commitment to bold growth and shaping the future of security operations is matched by our dedication to customer satisfaction, with over 7,000 customers worldwide and more than 2,000 channel partners globally. As we continue to expand globally and enhance our technology, Arctic Wolf remains the most trusted name in the industry. 

Our Values  

Arctic Wolf recognizes that success comes from delighting our customers, so we work together to ensure that happens every day. We believe in diversity and inclusion, and truly value the unique qualities and unique perspectives all employees bring to the organization. And we appreciate that—by protecting people’s and organizations’ sensitive data and seeking to end cyber risk— we get to work in an industry that is fundamental to the greater good. We celebrate unique perspectives by creating a platform for all voices to be heard through our Pack Unity program. We encourage all employees to join or create a new alliance. See more about our Pack Unity here.   We also believe and practice corporate responsibility, and have recently joined the Pledge 1% Movement, ensuring that we continue to give back to our community. We know that through our mission to End Cyber Risk we will continue to engage and give back to our communities.  

All wolves receive compelling compensation and benefits packages, including:  

·       Equity for all employees 

·       Flexible annual leave, paid holidays and volunteer days 

·       Training and career development programs 

·       Comprehensive private benefits plan including medical insurance for you and your family, life insurance (3x compensation), and personal accident insurance. 

·       Fertility support and paid parental leave 

Arctic Wolf is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law. Arctic Wolf is committed to fostering a welcoming, accessible, respectful, and inclusive environment ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities. As such, we strive to make our entire employee experience as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for candidates and employees with disabilities and/or other specific needs where possible. Please let us know if you require any accommodations by emailing recruiting@arcticwolf.com.  

On-Camera Policy
To support a fair, transparent, and engaging interview experience, candidates interviewing remotely are expected to be on camera during all video interviews.
Being on camera fosters authentic connection, improves communication, and allows for full engagement from both candidates and interviewers.
We understand that technical, bandwidth, or location-related challenges may occasionally prevent video use. If this applies, candidates are required to notify us in advance so we can explore appropriate accommodations.

Security Requirements

Conducts duties and responsibilities in accordance with AWN’s Information Security policies, standards, processes, and controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of AWN business information (in accordance with our employee handbook and corporate policies).
Background checks are required for this position.
This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). Please note that, if applicable, an offer for employment will be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these laws and regulations