Full-Time

Staff Software Engineer

Security and Privacy

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Verkada

Verkada

1,001-5,000 employees

Provides integrated security solutions for enterprises

Enterprise Software
Cybersecurity

Compensation Overview

$200k - $300kAnnually

+ Sales Incentives + Discretionary Bonuses + Equity (RSUs)

Senior, Expert

San Mateo, CA, USA

Category
Security Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
AWS
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science degree or equivalent
  • 8+ years of experience as a software engineer or security engineer that writes code
  • Demonstrable coding skills and desire to write code every day
  • Strong experience with AWS, GCP, or other cloud service provider
  • Experience and enthusiasm for learning about new security & privacy products, features, and strategies
  • Excellent collaborative skills
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication
Responsibilities
  • Develop security and privacy infrastructure, including services that seamlessly incorporate security into our infrastructure, applications, and devices.
  • Architect systems designed to effectively manage escalating data volumes as Verkada expands, all without compromising performance or security.
  • Mentor and foster the development of junior engineers.
  • Work closely with engineering and product teams to enhance Verkada’s product security, thereby exceeding customer expectations.
  • Collaborate with other engineering leaders to define, communicate, and implement goals, priorities, and processes.
  • Collaborate with the CISO and security team to expand Verkada's wider security and privacy programs.
  • Share your security expertise internally and externally via security conferences, presentations, blogs, and open-source contributions.
  • You'll work on projects such as end-to-end encryption and data encryption (both at rest and in use), all aimed at safeguarding customer data.

Verkada offers security solutions for businesses, focusing on hybrid cloud video surveillance, access control systems, and environmental sensors. Their video surveillance combines on-site cameras with cloud storage for secure and accessible monitoring, while the access control system provides insights into facility access. Verkada's products are designed to be easy to manage and scalable, making them suitable for large enterprises and institutions. The company generates revenue through hardware sales and subscription-based software services that include cloud storage and real-time monitoring.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$431.8M

Headquarters

San Mateo, California

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

2%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for cloud-based security in education boosts Verkada's market potential.
  • Integration with AI-driven analytics enhances security insights and customer value.
  • Expansion in EMEA opens new markets and growth opportunities for Verkada.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition may impact Verkada's market share and pricing power.
  • Rapid EMEA expansion could lead to operational challenges and integration issues.
  • Dependency on technology partners poses risks if partners face difficulties.

What makes Verkada unique

  • Verkada offers a unified platform integrating video, access, and environmental monitoring.
  • Their hybrid cloud model ensures secure, accessible video surveillance from anywhere.
  • Verkada's solutions are scalable, catering to growing enterprise security needs.

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Benefits

Generous company paid medical, dental & vision insurance coverage

Unlimited paid time off & 11 companywide paid holidays

Wellness allowance

Commuter benefits

Healthy lunches and dinners provided daily

Paid parental leave policy & fertility benefits