Software Engineer

Vectra® is the leader in AI-driven threat detection and response for hybrid and multi-cloud enterprises.

The Vectra AI Platform delivers integrated signal across public cloud, SaaS, identity, and data center networks in a single platform. Powered by patented Attack Signal Intelligence, it empowers security teams to rapidly prioritize, investigate and respond to the most advanced cyber-attacks. With 35 patents in AI-driven threat detection and the most vendor references in MITRE D3FEND, organizations worldwide rely on the Vectra AI to move at the speed and scale of hybrid attackers. For more information, visit www.vectra.ai.

About The Role

Our Engineering team is a constantly growing team of individuals, based in our European headquarter in Dublin. This Software Engineer will be part of a highly skilled team, that works in a hybrid set up, working from home and from the office. The team has a major impact and makes a real difference to Vectra AI. We look for people that are very capable technically, and have fun solving the challenges that our customers face together as a team. We believe strongly that everyone can and should have a significant impact on the growth of the product as well as the company and our culture. We believe in using the right technology for each problem and building knowledge through mentorship and other things like peer code reviews. You will join a team that works on an exciting product that solves real problems!

What You Will Do

• Build a platform that streams 100 TB of data in real time.
• Build data lakes, data validation platforms and systems that measure data completeness.
• Translate product requirements and concepts into software designs and implementation taking scalability, performance, operational effort and cost into consideration
• Being excited about building a reliable, fast and scalable in-house streaming solution for the teams here at Vectra AI
• Work with other groups including Product Management, Security Research and Data Science to help customers simplify security
• Ensure smooth delivery of software with automated tests in a modern CI toolchain
  
  

If you are a standout team mate who loves collaboration, who uses a variety of technologies, and enjoys solving many different problems, this role is for you!

What Will Impress Us

• Have 3+ years of experience in Software Development.
• Having an appetite to develop the software spec and build from zero.
• Bring good Python experience and Unix/Linux proficiency.
• Experience with backend technologies, micro-services, and AWS cloud platform.
• Have direct experience working with real-time streaming data and processing pipelines.
• Familiarity with cloud data architecture such as asynchronous messaging (Kafka, Pub/Sub, or similar), HTTP(S), REST, S3, and data storage formats such as Avro, Parquet, Delta lake or Iceberg.
• Rust and Terraform experience is an added advantage.
• Possess a strong foundation in software design principles, data structures and algorithms.
• Exhibit excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with a proactive approach to challenges.
• Thrive in fast-paced environments where priorities or deadlines may compete.
• Eagerness to own and drive topics end-to-end.
• Excited about acquiring the necessary knowledge to get the job done.
• Hold a Bachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
  
  

Vectra provides a comprehensive total rewards package that supports the financial, physical, mental and overall health of our employees and their families. Compensation includes competitive base pay, incentive plan eligibility, and participation in the employee equity plan (stock options). Specific benefits offered varies by location, but commonly include health care insurance, income protection / life insurance, access to retirement savings plans, behavioral & emotional wellness services, generous time away from work, and a comprehensive employee recognition program.

Vectra is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.