Straiker · 15 hours ago
Software Engineer / SR. Software Engineer (Backend/Full Stack)
Sunnyvale, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expStraiker is an AI startup backed by top Silicon Valley VCs with a mission to help enterprises embrace Gen AI by providing a layer of security, safety and trust. As an SW Engineer at Straiker, you will play a key role in software development work for our AI detection cloud and operations, while also engaging in backend development and devops tasks.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Network SecuritySoftware
Responsibilities
Backend Development : Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems and APIs using Python/Golang, ensuring they meet project and performance requirements
Database Management : Work with databases (SQL and NoSQL) to design schemas, optimize queries, and ensure smooth integration between data layers and application logic
Integration & Deployment : Collaborate with frontend teams and other stakeholders to integrate backend services into broader system architectures and deploy them in production environments
Code Optimization & Refactoring : Continuously improve code quality, optimize performance, and refactor existing codebases for efficiency, security, and scalability
API Development : Develop RESTful APIs and other backend services to support frontend and mobile applications, ensuring high reliability and scalability
Testing & Debugging : Write and execute tests (unit, integration, etc.) to ensure code stability and functionality; debug and resolve issues as they arise
Cloud Integration : Utilize cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) to build, deploy, and scale backend applications
Devops Improvements : Work on making devops related improvements (while this may not be the core responsibility, periodic work in this area will be required)
Collaboration : Work closely with cross-functional teams, including frontend developers, DevOps engineers, and product managers to ensure seamless integration and delivery of solutions that meet business objectives
Documentation : Maintain clear and concise documentation of backend services, codebases, and APIs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
3-6 years of experience in backend development, with a focus on Python-based technologies. (2+ years may be sufficient with a Master's degree)
Strong proficiency in Python and experience with backend frameworks like Flask, Django, or FastAPI. Experience with Golang is a plus
Experience working with databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or Redis
Proficiency in building and integrating RESTful APIs
Experience with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and DevOps practices
Solid understanding of code versioning tools (e.g., Git) and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work both independently and in a team environment
Excellent communication skills to articulate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Preferred
Experience with microservices architecture and distributed systems
Familiarity with asynchronous programming and message brokers (e.g., RabbitMQ, Kafka)
Familiarity with serverless architecture and event-driven systems
Knowledge of security best practices, particularly in backend development
Contributions to open-source projects or experience with Python-related developer communities is a plus
Company
Straiker
Straiker is a software company that develops cybersecurity and AI applications via testing to identify threats and strengthen protection.
11-50 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$21M2025-03-27Series A· $21M
Leadership Team
Ankur Shah
Co-founder & CEO
Sreenath Kurupati
Co-Founder and CTO
Recent News
2025-10-31
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