Senior Security Software Engineer (Backend Focus)

JOB TITLE: Senior Security Software Engineer (Backend Focus)
CLASSIFICATION: Exempt
EXPERIENCE: 5–10 Years
REPORTS TO: Shivendra Ashish
POSITIONS SUPERVISED:

 

Core Responsibilities: 

• Security Microservices: Architect and build centralized security services (e.g., Authentication/Authorization, Secrets Management, PKI) using high-performance languages.

• Secure Libraries: Develop standard SDKs/Libraries that abstract complex security logic (Encryption, Input Validation) for other engineering teams.

• Automated Remediation: Build bots or "Self-Healing" code that automatically detects and fixes infrastructure misconfigurations or code vulnerabilities.

• AI Security (AISec): Build guardrails and "Firewalls" for internal LLM applications to prevent data leakage and prompt injection.

 

Must-Have Skills: 

• Backend Engineering: Expert in Golang or Python. Ability to write production-grade, testable, and concurrent code.

• System Design: Strong understanding of distributed systems, microservices architecture, and API design.

• Application Security: Deep knowledge of OWASP standards, Cryptography fundamentals, and Auth protocols (OAuth2/SAML/OIDC).

• DevSecOps: Experience integrating security checks into CI/CD pipelines (Linters, SAST/DAST wrappers).

 

Preferred / Nice to Have: 

• Experience with Policy-as-Code frameworks (e.g., OPA).

• Knowledge of Service Mesh security patterns.

• Experience contributing to open-source security projects.

 

 

Ability to embrace Clearwater's CLEAR core values (Commitment to Client Success, Lead with Accountability, Integrity & Collaboration, Excellence in All That We Do, Advance Colleague Success, Respect & Transparency) and culture. 

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of colleagues in the role. All colleagues may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Clearwater is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. Please inform Clearwater/Redspin’s Recruiting team if you need any assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participating in the application process.

Mental/Physical Requirements: Fast paced environment handling multiple demands. Must be able to exercise appropriate judgment as necessary. Requires a high level of initiative and independence. Excellent written and oral communication skills required. Requires the ability to use a personal computer for extended periods of time.