Lead Backend Engineer - Linux/Mac

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Min Experience: 8 years

Location: Bangalore

JobType: full-time

We are looking for a seasoned backend engineer with strong experience in building secure, system-level applications for Linux and Mac environments. This role requires deep expertise in endpoint security, low-level software development, and modern programming languages such as Golang, Rust, C++, or C#. The ideal candidate will have a background in cybersecurity, strong debugging skills, and experience working across cloud platforms like AWS or Azure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain backend components and system-level software for Linux and macOS platforms.
• Build, package, and release software applications and daemons tailored to endpoint security use cases.
• Implement and enhance endpoint protection features, contributing to the security and performance of our platform.
• Utilize Python and PyTest for writing robust test automation and CI workflows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate backend services with cloud infrastructure (AWS or Azure).
• Conduct advanced system-level debugging using tools like GDB or LLDB.
• Contribute to architectural decisions, security reviews, and product roadmap planning.
• Ensure high performance and responsiveness of backend systems under a variety of operating conditions.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in the cybersecurity domain.
• Proficiency in at least one of the following languages: Golang, Rust, C++, or C#.
• Hands-on experience with Linux and macOS system development, including building and deploying daemons.
• Strong understanding of endpoint security fundamentals and system-level threats.
• Familiarity with Python and test automation using PyTest.
• Cloud platform exposure – either AWS or Azure.
• Advanced debugging skills using GDB or LLDB for low-level system troubleshooting.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with building secure applications in production environments.
• Strong problem-solving ability and a passion for system-level engineering.
• Familiarity with secure coding practices and performance optimization.

Key Skills:

macOS, Linux, Endpoint Security, Golang, Rust, C++, Python, GDB, LLDB, AWS, Azure, PyTest, System Programming, Cybersecurity