Senior Software Developer (Security)

TL;DR

Senior Software Developer (Security) (Java): Building and designing core security features for the hirify.globalsearch engine, including authentication, authorization, and tenant isolation, with an accent on high-performance distributed systems. Focus on optimizing security at scale, implementing cryptographic solutions, and automating vulnerability triage using AI tools.

Location: Must be based in Canada

Salary: $128,300—$203,000 CAD

Company

hirify.global is a Search AI company providing cloud-based solutions for search, security, and observability, used by over 50% of the Fortune 500.

What you will do

• Design and execute major security components and critical features within the hirify.globalsearch core engine.
• Develop foundational security models and optimize performance for high-concurrency distributed environments.
• Apply cryptographic solutions and ensure robust data isolation within shared infrastructure.
• Collaborate with InfoSec and product teams to proactively identify and remediate security risks.
• Leverage AI-driven tools to automate vulnerability triage, prioritization, and preliminary investigation.
• Monitor and integrate latest advancements in identity management and cryptography.

Requirements

• Deep knowledge of Java internals, JVM memory management, and concurrency models.
• Experience building scalable authorization systems and designing access models for large permission sets.
• Solid comprehension of distributed systems security, including zero-trust transport and cluster state propagation.
• Deep knowledge of edge identity protocols such as OAuth 2.0 and SAML.
• Proven track record of using AI to accelerate development and optimize complex systems.
• Ability to work autonomously in a distributed team using asynchronous communication.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of cipher suites, TLS handshakes, and PKI/certificate lifecycle management.
• Familiarity with Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) and migration strategies.
• Experience mapping technical controls to FedRAMP, FIPS 140, and SOC 2 requirements.
• Experience working on the internals of a data store or search engine.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive pay and eligibility for the company stock program.
• Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their families.
• Flexible locations and schedules within a distributed company environment.
• Generous vacation allowance and a minimum of 16 weeks of parental leave.
• Corporate social responsibility: 40 hours per year for volunteering and financial donation matching up to $2000.