Senior Software Engineer - EMEA (Europe) Based

Nucleus Security

1 year ago

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Senior Software Engineer - EMEA Region Are you looking for more in life than just building another web app? Does upending cyber security resonate with you? We're a rapidly expanding cybersecurity startup revolutionizing vulnerability management for organizations of all sizes. For our customers, vulnerability management has always been a game of catch-up, with limited asset coverage and manual processes. Nucleus' primary mission is to create a fast, scalable platform that not only addresses these challenges but also makes vulnerability management simple, fun, and effortless. Currently, we're looking for a passionate Senior PHP Data Engineer to join our growing team of engineers. This is a remote role based in the EMEA region (Europe). What You Will Do: The following skills and experience are key to succeeding in this role: Strong background in data analytics, data science, and/or data warehousing. Proficiency in working with relational databases, including MySQL or PostgreSQL. Experience in an object-oriented programming language such as PHP or Java. Experience working in a test-driven environment and writing unit and integration tests Proven ability in technical troubleshooting. Capable of working independently as well as collaboratively with teams across different time zones. Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with vulnerability scanning technologies on any part of the tech stack (e.g., SCA, SAST, DAST, IAST, VM Scanning, Container, etc.) Experience with column store databases and columnar data, especially using SingleStore/MEMSQL Experience working in cloud environments, ideally AWS. Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies in a professional setting. Experience maintaining applications on Linux platforms in cloud environments. Experience with modern versions of PHP, and the Zend and Laminas Frameworks Major or minor in a mathematics discipline Improve key components of the application to enable data scalability. Why You Should Be Excited   Nucleus is a truly unique solution that’s defining a market AND making an actual impact.   We’re biased, but you will get to work with one of the best teams in security. We have a lot to get done and we work extremely hard, but we have fun in the process.   Outstanding benefits - flexible PTO, generous education and training budget, fully remote… just to start Additional Information At Nucleus we are committed to achieving excellence in our field by combining diversity, collaboration, teamwork, and pride in our work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. Powered by JazzHR

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