Principal Software Engineer, Snyk Code (SAST)

TL;DR

Principal Software Engineer (SAST): Driving the technical future of hirify.global Code, focusing on advancing the quality and accuracy of SAST analysis. Focus on program analysis, corresponding rules, and data-driven feedback systems to scale analysis in the AI-assisted development era.

Location: No location specified.

Company

hirify.global is the leader in secure AI software development, helping millions of developers develop fast and stay secure as AI transforms how software is built.

What you will do

• Set the long-term technical vision for hirify.global Code's program analysis capabilities.
• Architect and lead the development of core systems for continuous improvement of SAST analysis.
• Solve complex technical challenges in program analysis, including designing techniques for analyzing new languages and frameworks.
• Drive technical consensus across multiple engineering teams and groups through design documents and RFCs.
• Contribute hands-on to code, design, and debugging of challenging problems.
• Mentor and elevate senior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of commercial software engineering experience, leading the design and delivery of large-scale technical projects.
• Extensive experience as a technical leader, setting technical direction for a product area or multiple services.
• Deep background in Computer Science; PhD or MSc in Programming Languages, Compilers, Machine Learning, Application Security, or Static Analysis is a strong asset.
• Expertise in at least one of: static program analysis, application security, or applied machine learning for code, with a practical understanding of compiler theory, language design, and data-driven systems.
• Proven ability to design, build, and evolve highly complex, distributed systems, especially those involving rule engines or compiler/interpreter technology.
• Mastery of one or more core programming languages (e.g., Go, Python, Java, C++, Rust).
• Exceptional ability to lead through influence, with strong written and verbal communication skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible working hours, work-from home allowances, in-office perks, and time off for learning and self development.
• Generous vacation and wellness time off, country-specific holidays, and 100% paid parental leave for all caregivers.
• Health benefits, employee assistance plans, and annual wellness allowance.
• Country-specific life insurance, disability benefits, and retirement/pension programs, plus mobile phone and education allowances.