Senior Software Engineer

Position: Senior Software Engineer

Experience:  5+ Years

Location: Pune

Scope:

The person appointed will be working on malware research with development and will be responsible for building and maintaining scalable, secure, and high-performance server-side applications while contributing to security-focused initiatives. The role bridges software engineering and cybersecurity, ensuring systems are resilient, efficient, and capable of detecting/responding to modern threats. The scope includes application development, infrastructure management, offensive security techniques, and security automation in both Linux and Windows environments.

Main Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and optimize Python-based server-side applications with high reliability and performance.
• Design, build, and integrate REST APIs to support secure, scalable services.
• Manage and optimize databases and servers (MySQL, MongoDB, Apache, NFS, SMB) across Linux and Windows environments.
• Containerize and orchestrate applications using Docker and Kubernetes (K8s).
• Conduct offensive security activities including red teaming, vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and adversary simulation.
• Apply the MITRE ATT&CK framework to identify attacker TTPs and enhance detection/response strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (security, DevOps, engineering) to strengthen system resilience and improve security posture.
• Write unit tests and ensure strong code coverage, following clean coding and agile development practices.
• Develop custom security utilities and automation scripts in Python to support research and incident response.
• Mentor junior engineers, contribute to peer reviews, and ensure adherence to best practices.

Key competencies/behaviours

• Technical Expertise – Strong Python development skills with hands-on experience in containerized environments and security practices.
• Problem-Solving Mindset – Ability to analyze complex technical and security challenges, identify risks, and provide effective solutions.
• Analytical Thinking – Skilled in debugging, performance optimization, and understanding attacker behaviours and frameworks. 
• Collaboration & Communication – Able to work effectively with developers, security professionals, and cross-functional teams, while clearly articulating technical concepts.
• Adaptability – Comfortable working across Linux and Windows environments, handling diverse databases and systems.
• Security Focus – Proactive in applying red team techniques, vulnerability assessments, and detection improvements.
• Attention to Detail – Ensures code quality, testing, and documentation meet the highest standards.
• Continuous Learning – Passion for staying updated on emerging security threats, Python advancements, and new technology trends.
• Leadership & Mentorship – Provides guidance, shares knowledge, and contributes to building a culture of security-first engineering.