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Full-Stack Product Engineer

fast-scaling enterprise cybersecurity startup San Francisco, CA Direct Hire $175,000 - $250,000

Job Summary

We are seeking a Full-Stack Product Engineer with a backend focus to help build the next generation of human risk management solutions for enterprise cybersecurity. In this hybrid role based in San Francisco, you will own customer-facing features end-to-end, turning complex behavioral data into intuitive products that reduce security risks. With significant product ownership and direct customer exposure, you will design systems, build experiences, and drive measurable impact in a fast-paced startup environment.

Essential Functions

  • Design and build backend systems and data models that power the product
  • Own customer-facing features from concept through production deployment
  • Build and evolve APIs while maintaining backwards compatibility
  • Design and optimize database schemas, queries, and data access patterns
  • Develop frontend experiences using React or Next.js as needed
  • Collaborate closely with product and design teams to translate customer problems into intuitive solutions
  • Engage directly with early customers to gather feedback and iterate rapidly
  • Participate in code reviews, mentor teammates, and help shape engineering standards

Required Qualifications

  • 3+ years of full-time software engineering experience (target range 3-6 years)
  • Computer Science degree or equivalent technical background
  • Strong backend engineering fundamentals with professional experience in Python and Django
  • Extensive experience with PostgreSQL including schema design and query optimization
  • Proven track record designing and building APIs
  • Experience building frontend interfaces with React or Next.js
  • Demonstrated history of owning products or features end-to-end with measurable customer impact
  • Strong product intuition and ability to understand customer needs beyond technical requirements

Preferred Qualifications

  • Background at product-driven technology companies or early-stage startups with traction
  • Experience in cybersecurity or security awareness platforms
  • Familiarity working in fast-moving environments with high ownership
  • Track record of making effective tradeoffs between speed, quality, and maintainability

Technical Skills

  • Python
  • Django
  • PostgreSQL
  • GraphQL
  • React
  • Next.js
  • API Design
  • Database Optimization
  • Full-Stack Development

Education & Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent technical experience required.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary range of $175,000 to $250,000 plus competitive equity. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and are open to visa transfers including OPT, H-1B, TN, and most other visa types.

Benefits

- Competitive equity - Hybrid work in San Francisco (3 days/week in office, Tuesday-Thursday) - Open to visa transfers (OPT, H-1B transfers, TN, and most other visa types; no new H-1B sponsorship)

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