Full-Time

Backend Engineer

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Ketch

Ketch

51-200 employees

Software for data privacy and compliance management

Enterprise Software
Cybersecurity

Compensation Overview

$140k - $175kAnnually

Junior, Mid

San Francisco, CA, USA

This is a full-time, hybrid position based out of San Francisco, California.

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Kubernetes
Microsoft Azure
Python
Git
Java
Postgres
AWS
Go
Elasticsearch
Scala
Redis
Cassandra
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • 2-3 years of experience in software engineering
  • Have built production systems and services in Golang (ideal) or Java/Python/Scala
  • Have a deep understanding of domain driven data modeling
  • Have built production services in cloud-native environment (AWS, GCP, Azure)
  • Dead serious about tooling, best practices, automation - anything to improve DevEx
  • Really grok your CI/CD (Github Actions, etc), Database/Storage (Redis, Cassandra, DynamoDB, ScyllaDB, Postgres, ElasticSearch) and VCS (git/GitHub) tools
  • Good at instrumenting, troubleshooting, performance tuning multi-tenant large scale Kubernetes deployments
Responsibilities
  • Build solutions to solve our enterprise customers’ data privacy and security problems at scale
  • Take ownership of what you build. Take pride in building it better and scaling it
  • Develop server-side components primarily in Golang and interact with various data stores and processing pipelines
  • Co-own a performing, fault-tolerant, highly secure microservice architecture and continuously evolve it
  • Master data security and data protection techniques and put them into practice
  • Work closely with stakeholders/customers to understand use cases and solutions end-to-end
  • Collectively be responsible for the well-being of our SaaS production system - quality, performance, scalability, reliability and efficiency
  • Invent and reinvent how we build, deploy and operate
  • Keep abreast of technologies and tools. Embrace and contribute to open source communities

Ketch provides a software solution that helps businesses manage their data in a way that complies with privacy regulations like GDPR and CCPA/CPRA. The software features a user-friendly drag-and-drop interface, making it easy for legal and marketing teams to use without needing extensive technical skills. It includes pre-built templates for major privacy and AI regulations, which simplifies the compliance process. Ketch also offers hands-on deployment support, including communication via Slack, weekly checklists, and detailed documentation, allowing clients to transition to their platform in as little as 2-4 weeks. Unlike many competitors, Ketch emphasizes customer service and support, ensuring a smooth onboarding experience. The goal of Ketch is to not only ensure data compliance but also to enhance internal communication and foster relationships across teams, while enabling businesses to responsibly use and share data for customer loyalty and reward programs.

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$41.8M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2020

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-2%

1 year growth

-18%

2 year growth

11%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Ketch's rapid deployment capabilities, allowing clients to transition in as little as 2-4 weeks, can lead to quick wins and high customer satisfaction.
  • The company's recent $20M funding round and backing from prominent investors like Acrew Capital and super{set} indicate strong financial health and growth potential.
  • Ketch's ability to facilitate better internal communication and relationship development across teams can enhance workplace culture and efficiency.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in data privacy and compliance is intense, with numerous established players potentially overshadowing Ketch.
  • Reliance on a SaaS model means that any disruptions in service or security breaches could significantly impact client trust and revenue.

What makes Ketch unique

  • Ketch's drag-and-drop interface and pre-built templates for major privacy regulations make it highly accessible, reducing the need for extensive technical knowledge.
  • The company's hands-on deployment support, including Slack communication and weekly checklists, ensures a smooth transition for clients, setting it apart from competitors.
  • Ketch's focus on ethical data use and responsible data sharing aligns with growing consumer demand for data privacy, giving it a unique market position.

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