Staff Engineer - AI, Cybersecurity (Remote)

High-Growth, AI-Driven Cybersecurity Company Seeking Remote Staff Engineer to Lead Core AI Platform ArchitectureAn AI-driven cybersecurity company experiencing high growth is seeking a Staff Engineer with 5-8+ years of backend engineering and systems architecture experience to join their fully remote team. Their tech stack includes Go, AWS, Linkerd, Terraform, and GitHub. This role will serve as the technical anchor within a tightknit team working directly with the CTO and Product Manager. You'll be leading backend architecture and shaping the technical direction of the company's next-gen AI platform. Backed by new funding, the company is rebuilding its software platform in-house with a strong focus on AI-driven threat intelligence and cybersecurity innovation. The team operates with the agility of a startup but now has the resources and stability of an established, well-funded org. Offer:Salary: up to $300k+ annually100% remote (work anywhere in the U.S.)Full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage401(k) with company matchPerformance-based bonus or profit-sharing potential as the company scalesHigh autonomy and impact reporting directly to CTO and shaping long-term architecture decisionsQualifications:5-8+ years of backend engineering experience at the Staff or Principal levelProven experience leading architectural decisions and building complex systems from the ground upTechnical lead experience in a startup or established environmentExpertise in Go, AWS, Linkerd, Terraform, and GitHubExperience designing and scaling cloud-native infrastructureAI or cybersecurity experience is a strong plusExcellent communication and collaboration skills within a small, agile teamResponsibilities:Strictly backend focus (no front-end work)Act as the technical anchor for a small, high-performing teamArchitect and build the next generation of the company's AI-driven cybersecurity platformDevelop backend systems that enable data collection, threat actor profiling, and automation frameworksImplement scalable and secure backend services using Go and AWSCollaborate closely with the CTO and Product Manager to define roadmap and technical strategyMentor engineers and champion best practices in architecture, testing, and scalability