Full-Time

Staff Backend Engineer

Device Security

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Verkada

Verkada

1,001-5,000 employees

Provides integrated security solutions for enterprises

Hardware
Enterprise Software
Cybersecurity

Compensation Overview

$200k - $300kAnnually

+ Sales Incentives + Discretionary Bonuses + Equity (RSUs)

Senior, Expert

San Mateo, CA, USA

Category
Backend Engineering
Security Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Python
Apache Kafka
Postgres
Docker
AWS
Go
Cryptography
Redis
Requirements
  • 8+ years developing backend microservices, preferably in Python or Go.
  • Strong knowledge of scalable fault-tolerant backend systems design, including databases, queues, blob storage
  • Working knowledge of at least some of these: temporal, AWS, docker, redis, dynamoDB, postgres, IAM, S3, kafka
  • Strong understanding and experience in systems architecture.
  • Have worked in an agile team environment.
  • BS/MS in Computer Science, but non-traditional backgrounds are OK to apply as well!
  • Advanced software architecture or API design experience
  • Interest or working knowledge of cryptography
  • Hacker mindset, or interest in knowing more
Responsibilities
  • Build out and maintain security infrastructure, such as Supertest, our device security testing automation system.
  • Write security tooling that helps us secure the firmware software supply chain.
  • Design, build, and maintain device security backend systems, such as those relating to authorization and logging.
  • Help mentor other engineers, and learn everything you can about security.
  • Contribute to other parts of the team (cloud, firmware, offensive testing), should that interest you.

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 footage, 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 real-time monitoring and analytics.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$431.8M

Headquarters

San Mateo, California

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

9%

1 year growth

13%

2 year growth

52%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Verkada's expansion in EMEA is driving growth in Northern Europe.
  • Recognition as CDW's Partner of the Year highlights strong industry partnerships.
  • Integration with AI-based analytics enhances security insights and platform functionality.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition could erode Verkada's market share in cloud-based security.
  • Privacy concerns may lead to stricter regulations impacting Verkada's operations.
  • Supply chain vulnerabilities could disrupt production and delivery schedules.

What makes Verkada unique

  • Verkada offers a unified cloud-based platform for physical security solutions.
  • Their products integrate video surveillance, access control, and environmental sensors seamlessly.
  • Verkada's solutions are designed for scalability, catering to growing enterprise 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