Bitdefender

Malware protection software via machine learning

Senior Software Engineer

Backend EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeBucharest, RomaniaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience (5+ years of experience as a Software Development Engineer).
Proficiency in at least one object-oriented programming language and good knowledge of design patterns and system design, such as Python, Java, or C#.
Familiarity with cloud platforms, preferably AWS.
Experience working with containers and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
Understanding of Infrastructure as Code concepts.
Knowledge of version control systems such as Git.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and challenges.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain software solutions and workflows using Python within the SOAR platform to streamline security operations.
Develop, deploy, and manage infrastructure components across multiple cloud environments, such as AWS and GCP.
Monitor SOC automation processes and troubleshoot issues, ensuring timely resolution to maintain operational efficiency.
Work closely with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to gather requirements, implement solutions, and support ongoing projects.
Collaborate with the InfoSec team to address security vulnerabilities, manage access controls, and ensure compliance with SOC2 change management processes.
Contribute to creating and maintaining technical documentation, including standard operating procedures and troubleshooting guides.
Stay updated with trends and best practices in automation, cloud services, and cybersecurity to enhance skills and contribute to team innovation.
Participate in a rotational on-call schedule to address high-priority incidents and minimize service disruption.

Desired Qualifications

Exposure to Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform.
Experience with containerization and orchestration tools, particularly Kubernetes.
Exposure to monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus or Grafana.
Understanding of security operations and incident response processes.
Experience with SOARs and/or SIEMs.
Experience with SOC2 compliance and security best practices.
Knowledge of MongoDB and PostgreSQL.
Experience with AI/ML tools and integrating LLMs into operational workflows.

Bitdefender is a cybersecurity leader delivering best-in-class threat prevention, detection, and response solutions worldwide. Guardian over millions of consumer, enterprise, and government environments, Bitdefender is one of the industry’s most trusted experts for eliminating threats, protecting privacy, digital identity and data, and enabling cyber resilience. With deep investments in research and development, Bitdefender Labs discovers hundreds of new threats each minute and validates billions of threat queries daily. The company has pioneered breakthrough innovations in antimalware, IoT security, behavioral analytics, and artificial intelligence and its technology is licensed by more than 180 of the world’s most recognized technology brands. Founded in 2001, Bitdefender has customers in 170+ countries with offices around the world. For more information, visit https://www.bitdefender.com

About the Role:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Senior Software Engineer to join our Security Operations Center (SOC) Automation Engineering team. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge security automation projects while contributing to the development and maintenance of our MDR product, particularly for our Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) platform.

Responsibilities:

Software Development: Build and maintain software solutions and workflows using Python within our SOAR platform to streamline security operations.
Infrastructure Development: Develop, deploy and manage infrastructure components across multiple Cloud environments (e.g. AWS, GCP etc.)
Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Monitor SOC automation processes and troubleshoot issues, ensuring timely resolution to maintain operational efficiency.
Collaboration: Work closely with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to gather requirements, implement solutions, and support ongoing projects.
Security and Compliance: Collaborate with the InfoSec team to address security vulnerabilities, manage access controls, and ensure compliance with SOC2 change management processes.
Documentation: Contribute to the creation and maintenance of technical documentation, including standard operating procedures and troubleshooting guides.
Continuous Learning: Stay updated with the latest trends and best practices in automation, cloud services, and cybersecurity to enhance skill sets and contribute to team innovation.
On-Call Support: Participate in a rotational on-call schedule to address high-priority incidents, ensuring minimal disruption to services.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience (5+ years of experience as a Software Development Engineer).

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in at least one Object Oriented Programming Languages and good knowledge of Design Patterns and System Design (e.g. Python, Java, C#)
Familiarity with cloud platforms, preferably AWS.
Experience with working with containers and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes etc.)
Understanding of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) concepts; exposure to tools like Terraform is a plus.
Knowledge of version control systems, such as Git.

Soft Skills:

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and challenges.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with containerization and orchestration tools, particularly Kubernetes.
Exposure to monitoring and logging tools, such as Prometheus or Grafana.
Understanding of security operations and incident response processes.

Nice to Have:

Experience with SOARs and/or SIEMs
Experience with SOC2 compliance and security best practices.
Knowledge of MongoDB and PostgreSQL.
Experience with AI/ML tools and integrating LLMs into operational workflows.

About the Company

Bitdefender

Malware protection software via machine learning

Bitdefender is a cybersecurity company that protects people and organizations by offering a range of security products and services. Its offerings cover prevention, hardening, risk management, and incident analytics for government bodies, large enterprises, SMEs, and individuals, sold through a global network of partners. The company uses advanced machine learning and deep learning to detect malware and other online threats, continuously updating its technology through rapid research and development. Bitdefender distinguishes itself with a strong emphasis on R&D, demonstrated by hundreds of engineers and researchers and a high patent output over the past few years, as well as its broad global reach. The company’s goal is to keep families and businesses safe online by delivering reliable, AI-powered security solutions and ongoing threat intelligence, across countries and sectors.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Private
Total funding: $13.3M
Headquarters: Bucharest, Romania
Founded: 2001

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