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Staff Software Engineer-ESPM Platform (Ruby / Rails)

HuntressUnited States of AmericaProduct Engineering
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Salary
$200K - $220K USD
Job type
Full-time
Posted
18 Jun 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Huntress is hiring a remote US-based Staff Software Engineer for the Endpoint Security Posture Management Platform to drive technical vision and build innovative cybersecurity solutions. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer with a strong background in Ruby on Rails who wants to make a meaningful impact protecting businesses from cyber attacks.

Role Overview

As a Staff Software Engineer for the ESPM Platform at Huntress, you will play an instrumental role in building and growing a brand-new product from the ground up. You will shape the technical vision and implement new features from the product roadmap while working closely with a company co-founder. In this position, you will act as a technical leader, driving new ideas, building exceptional software, and mentoring junior engineers while leveraging AI coding tools to accelerate development.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain end-to-end solutions primarily using Ruby on Rails.
Deliver code quickly and efficiently to ensure rapid value delivery and testing.
Implement efficient data pipelines to extract relevant information from massive amounts of data.
Collaborate with security researchers to understand hacking strategies and methods to combat them.
Serve as a technical thought leader by providing architectural and design direction.
Continuously improve solution quality through code reviews, manual testing, and automated testing.
Set standards for excellence and develop processes that improve team efficiency.
Lead junior engineers to deliver larger projects by breaking down ambiguous problems into well-defined tasks.
Design systems and architecture capable of processing petabytes of data efficiently.

Requirements

10+ years of experience developing complex software products.
5+ years of programming experience using Ruby on Rails.
Experience working with AI coding tools such as Claude Code.
Experience with relational databases like Postgres.

Skills and Tools

Ruby on Rails
Relational Databases (Postgres)
AI Coding Tools (Claude Code)
Data Pipelines and Scalable Architecture

Salary and Benefits

Base compensation range of $200,000 to $220,000 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) with a 5% contribution regardless of employee contribution.
Life and disability insurance plans.
Stock options for all full-time employees.
One-time $500 reimbursement for building or upgrading a home office.
Annual allowance for education and professional development assistance.
$75 USD per month digital reimbursement.
Access to the BetterUp platform for coaching and personal or professional growth.

About the Company

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

How to Apply

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

Questions candidates ask

What is the salary range for the Staff Software Engineer position?

The base compensation range is between $200,000 and $220,000 per year, plus bonus and equity.

Is this a remote position?

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

What core programming language is required for this role?

The role requires at least 5 years of programming experience in Ruby on Rails out of 10+ years of overall software development experience.

What benefits does Huntress offer to full-time employees?

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

What tools and technologies will I be expected to use?

You will work primarily with Ruby on Rails, relational databases like Postgres, and AI coding tools such as Claude Code.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Huntress careers page.

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