Senior Software Engineer, Secure Policy

Docker3 days ago

Location

Seattle, WA

Workplace

Remote

Type

Full Time

Salary

USD 184,600 – 260,700

Level

Senior

Role

Backend Engineer

Posted

Mar 26, 2026

Full TimeRemoteSenior

The role

Summary

Docker is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer for its Supply Chain Security group to develop and secure container ecosystem solutions. The ideal candidate will build scalable microservices, implement security policies, and collaborate on evolving Docker's registry and SaaS offerings with a focus on developer-first security approaches.

What you'll do

Cloud Infrastructure Development: Develop, deploy, and monitor microservices and serverless components in AWS cloud infrastructure

Automation Tooling: Build and improve automation tooling including GitHub Actions, Argo CD, and Grafana dashboards

Performance Engineering: Tackle high-performance engineering challenges to deliver container images and metadata efficiently and securely

Security Policy Management: Design and enforce security and compliance policies across delivery pipelines

System Reliability: Participate in on-call rotation, respond to incidents, debug production issues, and drive continuous improvement of system reliability

What we look for

Technical

Cloud Infrastructure6+ years experience building, deploying, and monitoring microservices on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Programming LanguagesProficiency in modern programming languages, with primary use of Go

Database ManagementKnowledge of relational and non-relational databases in high-volume environments

Education

Academic BackgroundBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience

Experience

Software Engineering PracticesStrong understanding of code review, source control, CI/CD, and testing methodologies

Remote CollaborationComfortable working autonomously across distributed, remote teams

Skills

Required skills

Go ProgrammingStrong proficiency in Go programming language

Cloud ServicesExtensive experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP cloud services

Microservices ArchitectureProven ability to design and implement microservices-based systems

Nice to have

Infrastructure SecurityHands-on experience in infrastructure security, policy enforcement, or compliance frameworks

Compliance FrameworksKnowledge of SLSA, SOC 2, or FedRAMP standards

Compensation & benefits

Salary

USD 184,600 – 260,700 (annual)

Stock options

Available

Benefits

Flexible Work Arrangement

Remote-first culture with freedom to work flexibly

Parental Leave

16 weeks of paid parental leave

Home Office Setup

Technology stipend and home office setup support

Professional Development

Training stipend for conferences, courses, and classes

Equity

Stock options to share in company's growth and success

Time Off

Quarterly Whaleness Days and flexible PTO policy

Technology Benefit

$100 monthly net technology stipend

Interview process

1
Initial Screening — Review of resume and initial qualification assessment
2
Technical Phone Screen — Technical discussion with engineering team member to assess skills and experience
3
Technical Challenge — Complete a take-home coding challenge or live coding session
4
On-site Interviews — Virtual or in-person technical and behavioral interviews with multiple team members
5
Final Review — Team consensus and final decision on candidate selection