Full-Time

Senior Back-End Engineer

Posted on 7/25/2024

Bitwarden

Bitwarden

51-200 employees

Password management and secure information storage

Cybersecurity

Compensation Overview

$140k - $200kAnnually

Senior

Remote in USA

All-remote team; preference for candidates based in the United States.

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Python
SQL
AngularJS
Requirements
  • Expertise in developing and maintaining .NET Core services and libraries in C#
  • Experience with maintaining, modifying, and optimizing SQL databases for enterprise-level solutions
  • Experience with modern encryption concepts
  • Collaborative and adaptable mindset
  • Openness and authenticity combined with excellent communication skills
  • Excitement and enthusiasm for open source and for better internet security
  • Excellent problem-solving skills – you might not know all the answers, but you know how to find and communicate the solution
  • Familiarity with modern front-end frameworks (specifically Angular) is a plus for cross-collaboration with teammates
  • Familiarity with Python is a plus with regards to existing SIEM integrations
  • Familiarity with MVC is a plus for development of Bitwarden’s System Administrator Portal
Responsibilities
  • Become an expert and authority on the core shared Bitwarden back-end codebase, including our APIs, serverless functions, and database
  • Participate in hands-on development of new features and refactors
  • Participate in code reviews, learning and spreading technical knowledge
  • Independently plan, estimate and deliver new feature work and bug fixes
  • Occasionally contribute bug fixes submitted by the user community

Bitwarden provides password management and secure information storage solutions for individuals and businesses. It operates on a freemium model, offering a free version with basic features and a premium version with advanced functionalities like Secure Send and multi-factor authentication. What distinguishes Bitwarden from its competitors is its open-source nature and commitment to transparency, as it allows public scrutiny of its code and undergoes regular security audits. The company's goal is to ensure the safety of sensitive information for all users.

Company Stage

Growth Equity (Venture Capital)

Total Funding

$97.3M

Headquarters

Santa Barbara, California

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

9%

1 year growth

14%

2 year growth

65%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for open-source solutions boosts Bitwarden's market appeal.
  • Increased adoption of passwordless authentication supports Bitwarden's innovative features.
  • Rising importance of MFA aligns with Bitwarden's security offerings.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from other open-source password managers like KeePass and LastPass.
  • Potential vulnerabilities in the newly launched Bitwarden Authenticator app.
  • Reliance on third-party integrations like Splunk could expose Bitwarden to risks.

What makes Bitwarden unique

  • Bitwarden is open-source, enhancing transparency and trust among users.
  • The company offers a freemium model, attracting both individual and enterprise users.
  • Bitwarden integrates with Splunk for advanced security monitoring and event management.

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Benefits

Work from home

Home office reimbursement

401k

20 days of PTO + 10 flexible holidays

Medical, dental, & vision

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