Staff Software Engineer, Rapid Innovation

DescriptionKeeper Security is hiring a Staff Software Engineer to join a new rapid innovation team focused on turning ambitious ideas into working software. This is a 100% remote position, with an opportunity to work a hybrid schedule for candidates based in the Chicago, IL or El Dorado Hills, CA metro areas.Keeper’s cybersecurity software is trusted by millions of people and thousands of organizations globally. Keeper is published in 23 languages and sold in over 150 countries. Join one of the fastest-growing cybersecurity companies and work on emerging ideas and strategic technical initiatives across Keeper’s product portfolio.About KeeperKeeper Security is one of the fastest-growing cybersecurity software companies that protects thousands of organizations and millions of people in over 150 countries. Keeper is a pioneer of zero-knowledge and zero-trust security built for any IT environment. Its core offering, KeeperPAM, is an AI-enabled, cloud-native platform that protects all users, devices and infrastructure from cyber attacks. Recognized for its innovation in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Privileged Access Management (PAM), Keeper secures passwords and passkeys, infrastructure secrets, remote connections and endpoints with role-based enforcement policies, least privilege and just-in-time access. Learn why Keeper is trusted by leading organizations to defend against modern adversaries at KeeperSecurity.com.About the JobAs a Staff Software Engineer on Keeper’s Rapid Innovation team, you will serve as a hands-on technical leader responsible for turning high-priority ideas into working software. Projects may begin with limited requirements and span backend services, web applications, desktop software, security products, developer tooling, AI-enabled capabilities or entirely new product concepts. You will independently shape technical approaches, make architecture decisions, build prototypes and determine what is required to validate an idea. When a concept proves successful, you will help transition it to an established or newly formed product engineering team and move on to the next initiative.This role is designed for an engineer who thrives in ambiguity, enjoys learning unfamiliar systems quickly and is energized by building across multiple areas of software engineering rather than owning a single product or technology stack long term.ResponsibilitiesRapidly design and build working software for new product concepts, technical experiments and strategic initiativesTake loosely defined ideas from concept through functional implementation with minimal product or technical specificationDefine architecture and technical direction for early-stage projects while making pragmatic tradeoffs around speed, security and scalabilityWork across backend, frontend, desktop, platform, integration and infrastructure technologies depending on project needsDevelop backend services and APIs using Java and other appropriate technologiesBuild modern user experiences using JavaScript, TypeScript, React and related technologiesEvaluate unfamiliar technologies, frameworks, APIs and codebases and become productive quicklyIntegrate AI models, APIs and emerging AI capabilities into software when appropriate, partnering with Keeper’s AI and Machine Learning teams for specialized expertiseIdentify technical risks, validate feasibility and determine whether concepts are ready to move toward productizationCreate enough technical structure, documentation and architecture guidance to support clean handoff to long-term engineering ownersMentor engineers and raise technical standards through design reviews, technical guidance and hands-on collaborationCollaborate directly with the CTO, Engineering leaders, Product teams and subject-matter experts across KeeperUse AI-assisted development tools such as Claude, ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot or similar platforms extensively to accelerate research, coding, debugging, testing and technical explorationRequirements9+ years of professional software engineering experience with demonstrated breadth across multiple areas of software developmentStrong software engineering fundamentals and the ability to design and build complete applications, services and integrationsDemonstrated experience leading technical architecture and execution for complex software projectsProven ability to independently take ambiguous or minimally defined ideas from concept through functional implementationStrong backend development experience, preferably with Java and modern service-oriented architecturesExperience building modern frontend applications using JavaScript or TypeScript and React or similar frameworksExperience designing and integrating APIs, backend services, databases and third-party technologiesStrong debugging and problem-solving skills across unfamiliar systems and codebasesDemonstrated ability to learn new programming languages, frameworks and technical domains quicklyAbility to make effective technical tradeoffs when speed and experimentation are more important than long-term production architectureStrong technical curiosity and a demonstrated history of experimenting with, building or exploring new technologiesProven ability to influence technical direction and mentor engineers without relying on formal people-management authorityExperience using AI-assisted development tools to accelerate software engineering, research, debugging and prototypingAbility to clearly communicate technical findings, architecture decisions and handoff requirements to other engineering teamsBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field, or equivalent practical experiencePreferred QualificationsExperience participating in hackathons, engineering competitions, open-source projects, technical side projects or similar build-focused environmentsExperience working at an early-stage startup, innovation lab, prototyping team or other environment with limited structure and rapidly changing prioritiesExperience with Python and/or RustExperience integrating large language models, AI APIs, agents or AI-enabled workflows into softwareExperience building cybersecurity, developer tooling, desktop, infrastructure or platform productsExperience taking a product from initial concept or prototype through technical validation and handoffBroad technical experience spanning multiple languages, frameworks, platforms or areas of software engineeringBenefitsMedical, Dental & Vision (inclusive of domestic partnerships)Employer Paid Life Insurance & Employee/Spouse/Child Supplemental LifeVoluntary Short/Long Term Disability Insurance401K (Roth/Traditional)A generous PTO plan that celebrates your commitment and seniority (including paid Bereavement/Jury Duty, etc.)Above-market annual bonusesKeeper Security, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and participant in the U.S. Federal E-Verify program. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Classification: ExemptKeeper Candidate Privacy NoticeThis notice explains how Keeper Security processes your personal data during recruitment. Depending on the role and location, the Controller of personal data (the organization responsible for determining why and how personal data is processed) will be Keeper Security Inc. (US), Keeper Security EMEA Ltd. (Ireland), or Keeper Security APAC K.K (Japan). 1. Data We CollectInformation You provide:Contact details, CV/resume, cover letterEmployment history, qualifications, work eligibilityApplication responses and uploaded documentsInformation We generate:Interview notes, assessments, communicationsScheduling informationInformation From Others:Recruiter/referral information who submit your profileReferences (with your consent, before final offer)Public professional profilesBackground verification (post offer) Voluntary Diversity and Equal Opportunity InformationWe may ask you to voluntarily provide diversity information including race/ethnicity, gender, disability status and veteran status (US). Providing this information is optional and Keeper collects this data in order to comply with EEOC and similar requirements 2. How We Use Your DataAssess your application and suitabilityManage interviews and recruitment workflowConsider you for other/future roles (we may seek your consent to keep your information on our systems beyond the retention period specified)Comply with employment law obligations 3. Legal BasisLegitimate Interests (recruitment management, security and integrity of the hiring process)Contracting steps (for progressed candidates)Legal and regulatory compliance obligations; explicit consent where required 4. Who We Share Information WithInternal: HR, hiring managers, interviewers*, IT support for system administration*Note - diversity and equal opportunity data is not shared with hiring managers.Third Parties:Service providers who assist with:Applicant tracking, recruitment systems and assessment providersBackground verification vendors (post offer)Recruitment agencies (where applicable)Tools to support communication, collaboration and to securely store your dataKeeper ensures that all our third parties are contractually bound to protect your personal data with adequate safeguards in place. 5. International TransfersYour data may be accessed by Keeper entities globally as needed for the purposes of hiring and decision making. We protect any such data transfer between Keeper entities using appropriate safeguards under applicable data protection laws. 6. SecurityWe implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, consistent with our industry leading security standards.7. RetentionWe keep your data for 24 months from your last application activity, then delete or anonymize it. Exceptions:You opt into our talent database for further retention by providing consent (extended retention)You're hired (transfers to employee records) 8. Your RightsYou have the following rights and can contact us at the email below to exercise them:Access, correct, or delete your data, subject to applicable law and retention requirementsObject to or restrict processingWithdraw consent (where applicable)Request data portabilityLodge a complaint with your data protection authorityIf you become an employee, your rights regarding your employee record are governed by our internal Employee Privacy Notice and certain data will be retained as required under relevant laws such as employment or tax law. When you request access to your personal data, some information may be redacted if it includes the personal data of other individuals or information that we must protect in order to preserve their privacy rights. 9. Automated DecisionsKeeper does not make hiring decisions using solely automated processing.10. Contact - Candidates can send privacy questions to: View email address on click.appcast.io