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Principal Software Engineer, SIEM (Ruby/Rails)

HuntressUnited States of AmericaProduct Engineering
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Salary
$215K - $240K USD
Job type
Full-time
Posted
18 Jun 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

The Principal Software Engineer, SIEM role at Huntress is a remote United States opportunity for a seasoned technical leader to guide feature delivery for the Huntress SIEM platform. This position suits an experienced programmer with a strong background in Ruby on Rails who wants to make enterprise-grade cybersecurity accessible to smaller businesses.

Role Overview

In this position, the engineer will create the technical vision for new features from the product roadmap, driving automated detection and human-powered threat hunting solutions. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with platform teams, product managers, security researchers, and architects to build scalable software that improves industry standards and user workflows. Responsibilities span the entire system life cycle, from evolution and configuration to monitoring and risk management.

Key Responsibilities

Own the delivery, product quality, and uptime of complex mission-critical features and systems.
Lead technical decisions with company-wide impact and define long-term strategic technical goals.
Collaborate with product managers, security research, platform teams, and engineering managers on technical designs.
Develop and enforce best practices for the department, including AI-assisted engineering workflows.
Mentor and coach junior engineers to foster professional growth, collaboration, and high standards.
Ensure code quality and test coverage through code reviews, test plan reviews, and security reviews.
Drive the performance impact of team solutions across the overall platform suite.

Requirements

15+ years of experience developing complex software products.
8+ years of programming experience in Ruby on Rails.
8+ years of large-scale database experience.
A Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent work experience.
Experience with modern data storage and query systems for high-volume analytics workloads.
Working background in Agile or Scrum environments.
Experience using JavaScript and CSS.
Strong diagnostic, troubleshooting, and ActiveRecord expertise.

Nice to Have

Experience working with SIEM platforms or security log and event data.
Background using cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
Experience with Stimulus, Turbo, Hotwire, or similar frameworks.
Prior experience working within a Ruby on Rails monolith.
Familiarity with Tailwind CSS, Tailwind UI, Flowbite, Clickhouse, and Vector.

Skills and Tools

Ruby on Rails
ActiveRecord
JavaScript
CSS
Agile / Scrum
AWS, Azure, and GCP cloud platforms

Salary and Benefits

Base salary ranging from $215,000 to $240,000 per year, plus bonus and equity.
100% remote work environment.
Generous paid time off policy covering vacation, sick time, and paid holidays.
12 weeks of paid parental leave.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
401(k) plan featuring a 5% contribution regardless of employee contribution.
Life and disability insurance plans.
Stock options for full-time staff.
A one-time $500 home office setup reimbursement.
Annual allowance for education and professional development.
Monthly digital reimbursement of $75 USD.
Access to the BetterUp platform for personal and professional coaching.

About the Company

Founded in 2015 by former National Security Agency cyber operators, Huntress is a remote-first organization dedicated to making enterprise-grade cybersecurity accessible to businesses of all sizes. The company builds its technology in-house and pairs it with a 24/7 human-led Security Operations Center to protect millions of endpoints and identities worldwide against growing cyber threats.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please visit the official Huntress careers page and submit your application online.

Skills and tech stack

AWSGCPAzureJavaScript

Questions candidates ask

What is the salary range for the Principal Software Engineer, SIEM position?

The base salary ranges from $215,000 to $240,000 per year, plus bonus and equity.

Is this a remote position?

Yes, this is a 100% remote position based within the United States.

How many years of experience are required for this role?

Candidates must have 15+ years of overall software development experience, including 8+ years of programming in Ruby on Rails and 8+ years of large-scale database experience.

What benefits does Huntress provide?

Huntress offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, a 401(k) with a 5% contribution, 12 weeks of paid parental leave, generous paid time off, stock options, a home office setup reimbursement, education allowances, and digital stipends.

Who founded Huntress and when?

Huntress was founded in 2015 by former NSA cyber operators.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Huntress careers page.

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