Principal Software Engineer, Security
Core
Principal-level individual contributor owning critical backend services and integrations for Wirespeed's detection and enrichment platform, shaping technical direction and serving as a technical multiplier.
Role type
Principal Software Engineer (Security Backend & Integrations)
Builds
Core backend services, integrations with security tools (EDR, identity providers, SIEMs), and detection/enrichment pipelines.
Domain
Cybersecurity / Security Operations / Cloud Infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Backend engineering for distributed systems, TypeScript/Node.js, API integration design, security concepts (EDR, IAM, SIEM), high-volume data system design, technical leadership, architectural decision making.
Preferred skills
Experience with security tools (EDR, identity, SIEM), detection engineering, cybersecurity/MDR domain knowledge.
Technologies
TypeScript, Node.js, EDR, SIEM, Identity Providers
Responsibilities
Lead design and implementation of core backend services and integrations; Own high-impact integrations with key security tools end to end; Collaborate with detection engineering to translate strategies into production logic; Set technical standards for code quality, testing, and observability; Mentor and guide senior engineers on complex architectural decisions.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with mentorship
