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Software Engineer 2
full-timeRaleigh$110k - $138k

Summary

Location

Raleigh

Salary

$110k - $138k

Type

full-time

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About this role

At Sysdig, we believe cloud security isn't a compromise - it's a promise. From the start, our mission has been clear: to help organizations secure innovation in the cloud, the right way.


We created Falco, the open standard for cloud threat detection, and continue to lead the cloud security market with runtime insights, open innovation, and agentic Al. Creators of technology trusted by over 60% of the Fortune 500, Sysdig gives teams the real-time clarity to move fast and defend what matters most.


Culture matters here. We believe diversity fuels stronger ideas, and open dialogue drives sharper decisions. Recognized as a Best Place to Work and one of Deloitte's fastest-growing companies for the past 5 years, we're here to raise the standard for what cloud security and workplace culture should be.


If you have the passion to dig deeper, the desire to challenge convention, and the curiosity to build something better, Sysdig is the right place for you.

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What you will do
  • Develop & maintain mechanisms to provide our customers a top-notch experience when it comes to adopting and installing our components both in cloud native and hosts environments (e.g. Ansible roles/playbooks, Kubernetes operators, Helm charts, etc.)
  • Design and implement a packaging and distribution framework that every other team in the company will use as a building block to ship their components (a.k.a. "agents") to our customers
  • Manage and improve the CI infrastructures, creating tools to automate processes.
  • Assist internal and external customers with host component installation or configuration issues, and use this information to create a feedback loop for improvement
  • Incorporate inputs from our Product team and customers to refine the lifecycle management of our products


What you will bring with you
  • Skill in Go programming language (with 2+ years of dev experience) from design to debugging
  • Software architecture and coding best practices
  • Proficiency with testing methodologies, such as unit testing and integration testing
  • Experience building automation to improve the efficiency and quality of deliverable (e.g.: building pipeline with GH Actions or Jenkins, creating CLI tools)


What we look for
  • You bring team ownership focus across all phases of development, from launch to maintenance
  • You bring a collaborative mindset that values trust in the team
  • You bring experience with large-scale technical projects


When you join Sysdig, you can expect:
  • Extra days off to prioritize your well-being
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a 3% company match
  • Maternity and Parental Leave
  • Mental health support for you and your family through the Modern Health app
  • Full health benefits package for you and your family


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The U.S. annual compensation range for this full-time position is between 110,000 and 138,000 USD/year. Actual offers may be higher or lower than this range based on a variety of factors, including your work location, job-related experience and education.

We would love for you to join us!


Please reach out even if your experience doesn't perfectly match the job description. We can always explore other options after starting the conversation. Your background and passion will set you apart, especially if your career path is different.


Sysdig values a diverse workplace and encourages women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. Sysdig is an equal-opportunity employer. Sysdig does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.


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Other facts

Tech stack
Go Programming Language,Software Architecture,Coding Best Practices,Testing Methodologies,Automation,CI Infrastructures,Kubernetes,Ansible,Helm Charts,GH Actions,Jenkins,CLI Tools

About Sysdig

Good-enough security isn’t good enough.

Sysdig helps security and development teams prevent, detect, and respond to cloud threats instantly. Founded by Falco and Wireshark creators and built on agentic AI, Sysdig delivers real-time defense grounded in the uncompromising truth of runtime. With streaming views of what’s running, Sysdig correlates signals across workloads, identities, and services to expose hidden attack paths and active risk, enabling teams to tailor defenses together. No guesswork. No black boxes. Just cloud security, the right way.

Team size: 501-1,000 employees
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Industry: Computer and Network Security
Founding Year: 2013

What you'll do

  • Develop and maintain mechanisms for customer experience in adopting and installing components. Design and implement a packaging and distribution framework for the company's components.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Sysdig pay for a Software Engineer 2?

Sysdig offers a competitive compensation package for the Software Engineer 2 role. The salary range is USD 110k - 138k per year. Apply through Clera to learn more about the full compensation details.

What does a Software Engineer 2 do at Sysdig?

As a Software Engineer 2 at Sysdig, you will: develop and maintain mechanisms for customer experience in adopting and installing components. Design and implement a packaging and distribution framework for the company's components..

Why join Sysdig as a Software Engineer 2?

Sysdig is a leading Computer and Network Security company. The Software Engineer 2 role offers competitive compensation.

Is the Software Engineer 2 position at Sysdig remote?

The Software Engineer 2 position at Sysdig is based in Raleigh, North Carolina, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

How do I apply for the Software Engineer 2 position at Sysdig?

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