Senior Software Architect

Who are we?

Checkmarx is the leading application security provider shaping how organizations build secure software in the AI era. Our AI-powered technology protects the world's leading brands through Checkmarx One, the industry's most comprehensive cloud-native platform that secures every phase of development for every application. We empower enterprises to shift security everywhere—from code to cloud—ensuring they can innovate at speed without compromising security. Trusted by more than 1,800 customers, including 60% of the Fortune 100, we're at the forefront of shaping how organizations build secure software.

What are we looking for?

We're looking for a talented Hands-on Software Architect to join our R&D Group and contribute to the development of cutting-edge software security solutions.

How will you make an impact?

• Work within a cross-cut architecture group that supports and provides its services to R&D teams in all Checkmarx product units
• Partner with our engineering leaders in the development of a comprehensive architecture strategy that supports business objectives
• Provide detailed technical specifications and define architectural approaches
• Develop architectural POCs, research technical innovations, and evaluate new technologies
• Provide technical and methodology guidance to the teams, communicate implementation alternatives and trade-offs
• Design and implement improvements to our existing products
  
  

Requirements:

What is needed to succeed?

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in software development and architecture design
• Strong understanding of cloud-native applications, AWS, microservices, and service-oriented architectures
• Hands-on experience with modern software development methodologies and tools such as Agile, DevOps, CI/CD, and Git
• Expertise in one or more programming languages such as Java, Python, C# and knowledge in Golang
• Strong communication skills with the ability to converse with technical and non-technical audiences, including executive-level stakeholders or clients.
• Proven ability to analyze complex systems and infrastructures, evaluate them, and suggest optimal solutions
• Passionate about designing and building software product architecture
• Eager to own code in the highest quality and security level, including design reviews and code reviews
• English is mandatory
  
  

Advantage:

• Experience with LLMs and Generative AI.
  
  

What we have to offer:

Checkmarx offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, competitive compensation, great work-life balance, as well as great benefits and perks throughout the year.

Checkmarx is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.