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Backend Software Engineer (Mid-Senior)

Endor LabsPalo Alto, CAEngineering
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Salary
$150K - $200K USD
Job type
Full-time
Posted
20 May 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Role Overview

Endor Labs is seeking a Backend Software Engineer for a hybrid position based in Palo Alto, California. This role suits professionals with three to five years of engineering experience who want to help build a large-scale SaaS platform at an early-stage company.

Key Responsibilities

Work within a cutting-edge backend team on a state-of-the-art distributed system featuring a sophisticated monorepo architecture.
Own core product functionality at the heart of the application security platform, designing and delivering features that secure source code from the integrated development environment to deployment.
Engage with AI code security solutions to protect customer code at the forefront of development.
Drive the development and optimization of vital core services, including API gateways and API servers, to ensure robust and scalable infrastructure.
Maintain diverse scan environments by enhancing the dynamic cloud scan platform to support growing build and tool chain requirements.
Design and build top-tier tools with autonomy that will be used across all teams at the company.
Apply best practices in observability to guarantee exceptional product and platform reliability and availability.

Requirements

Hold a bachelor’s degree in engineering.
Bring three to five years of total engineering experience.
Demonstrate approximately three years of experience in Golang programming with a strong focus on microservices and distributed architecture.
Possess familiarity with various build tools and tool chains such as Maven, pip, and npm.
Understand scalable distributed systems, including domain-driven design, load balancing, and scaling strategies for both horizontal and vertical growth.
Communicate effectively to discuss architectural trade-offs and guide teams toward optimal solutions.
Adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment with shifting requirements while leveraging AI and automated code generation tools.

Nice to Have

Expertise in secure software design principles, such as managing certificates, OAuth2, OIDC, and implementing secure changes.
Hands-on experience with cloud-native technologies like Kubernetes, Docker, and Lambda functions.
Knowledge of security, fraud prevention, and anomaly detection.

Skills and Tools

Golang
Microservices and Distributed Architecture
Kubernetes
Docker
Lambda functions
Maven, pip, and npm build tools

Salary and Benefits

Expected annual compensation range between $150,000 and $200,000.
Potential additional incentives such as commission targets, restricted stock units, and bonuses depending on the specific position.

About the Company

Endor Labs develops an application security platform designed for the modern software development landscape. By constructing a call graph of an entire software estate, the platform helps teams identify, prioritize, and fix critical risks in both human-written and AI-generated code. Founded by serial entrepreneurs Varun Badhwar and Dimitri Stiliadis, the company is backed by prominent venture capital firms including Dell Technology Capital, Lightspeed, and Sierra Ventures.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official Endor Labs careers page to submit an application for this position.

Skills and tech stack

KubernetesDockerGolangC++

Questions candidates ask

Where is the Backend Software Engineer position located?

The role is based in Palo Alto, California, and follows a hybrid work model.

What is the salary range for this role?

The expected compensation range is between $150,000 and $200,000 per year, which may include additional incentives like bonuses, commission targets, or restricted stock units.

How much experience is required to apply?

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in engineering along with 3 to 5 years of professional engineering experience, including approximately 3 years of Golang programming experience.

What programming language is primarily required for this backend role?

Golang is the primary language required, with a deep focus on microservices and distributed architecture.

Who founded Endor Labs?

Endor Labs was founded by serial entrepreneurs Varun Badhwar and Dimitri Stiliadis.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Endor Labs careers page.

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