Director of Software Engineering - Cybersecurity - Remote

Overview

We are looking for a Director of Software Engineering (Web Security) to lead the development of our next-generation web security and networking solutions. This is a critical leadership role for an expert in web traffic filtering, security, and protection—someone who thrives on solving complex security challenges and driving innovation.

In Short

• Leading the design and development of our core web security and networking technologies.
• Driving innovation in web traffic filtering—developing new techniques to detect and mitigate modern threats.
• Owning the security architecture for high-performance, scalable systems that protect web traffic.
• Developing and optimizing integrations for Nginx, Apache, and other critical web infrastructure components.
• Mentoring and guiding engineers, fostering a security-first culture across the team.
• Making strategic technical decisions on languages, frameworks, and infrastructure—balancing security, performance, and scalability.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in software engineering, with leadership in security-focused projects.
• Deep expertise in network and web security, including modern cyber threats and mitigation techniques.
• Strong programming skills in at least two of C++, Golang, and PHP.
• Extensive experience with Linux, networking protocols, and web infrastructure.
• Knowledge of cloud and database technologies (SQL, RabbitMQ, PostgreSQL, Clickhouse, Kubernetes).
• A proactive leader who defines what needs to be done and takes ownership.
• Strategic mindset—you don’t just write code, you make decisions that impact security at scale.
• Passion for web security and making the internet a safer place.
• Experience working in remote-first, asynchronous teams with strong communication skills.

Benefits

• Opportunity to shape technology strategy and lead high-impact initiatives.
• Work closely with the CTO on key architectural and security decisions.
• Be part of a team that is passionate about protecting the internet.
• Strive for a diverse and inclusive work environment.