Software Engineer

Snowflake3 days ago

Location

US-WA-Bellevue

Type

Full Time

Salary

USD 160,000 – 230,000

Level

Mid

Role

Software Engineer

Posted

Jul 6, 2026

Full TimeMid

The role

Summary

Join Snowflake's Product Security team to architect and implement foundational security systems that protect the Data Cloud platform. This Software Engineer role focuses on designing multi-cloud security solutions including secret management, key management, identity, and authorization systems that scale across the enterprise. You'll work on mission-critical security infrastructure used by thousands of engineers while embracing AI-native thinking and experimental methodologies in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.

What you'll do

Design and Scale Multi-Cloud Security Systems: Architect and develop robust software solutions for secret management, key management, identity, and authorization systems that operate seamlessly across AWS, Azure, and GCP cloud platforms. Ensure systems scale efficiently to support Snowflake's hyper-growth trajectory while maintaining security posture across distributed environments.

Build and Maintain Security Infrastructure Tools: Create comprehensive security tools that define, monitor, enforce, and detect security policy violations across the organization. Develop observability and alerting mechanisms to identify anomalies and potential security incidents in real-time.

Implement Developer Autonomy and Security Education Programs: Design processes and tools that enable developer independence while maintaining security standards. Create secure development frameworks, coding guidelines, and educational materials that help engineers understand and implement secure design practices throughout their development lifecycle.

Define Security Infrastructure Direction: Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to set technical direction for fundamental security infrastructure used across Snowflake's engineering organization. Influence architectural decisions that impact thousands of engineers and millions of customers.

Ensure Secure Product Development: Partner with product teams to embed security controls into development workflows. Help Snowflake developers build inherently secure products within the multi-cloud Data Cloud platform.

What we look for

Technical

Multi-Language Programming ProficiencyDemonstrated experience with one or more modern programming languages including JavaScript, Java, Python, C, C++, or Go. Strong understanding of language-specific security implications and best practices.

Security Infrastructure ExpertiseProven experience designing and implementing secure software development lifecycle practices. Knowledge of secret management systems, service identity frameworks, authentication mechanisms, and authorization models.

Cloud Platform ExpertiseProduction experience building and operating services on AWS, Azure, or GCP. Understanding of cloud-native security considerations, identity and access management, and compliance frameworks.

Container Orchestration ExperienceHands-on experience deploying, managing, and scaling services on Kubernetes in production environments. Understanding of containerization security best practices and cloud-native deployment patterns.

Distributed Systems DesignAbility to design and build reliable, scalable software solutions that operate reliably at scale. Experience with system reliability, fault tolerance, and performance optimization.

Education

Bachelor's Degree RequiredBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field, or equivalent practical software development experience demonstrating mastery of computer science fundamentals.

Advanced Degree PreferredMaster's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical discipline. Advanced education preferred for complex security architecture and research-oriented problem solving.

Experience

Software Development ExperienceMinimum 4-7 years of professional software development experience building production systems. Demonstrated capability to own projects end-to-end from design through deployment and maintenance.

Security Systems DevelopmentBackground designing, testing, and maintaining security-focused software solutions. Experience working on authentication, authorization, or cryptographic systems, or building security tools and infrastructure.

Scalable Systems DesignTrack record designing and operating reliable, scalable software solutions that handle significant throughput and complexity. Experience optimizing for performance, reliability, and observability at scale.

Skills

Required skills

Software Architecture and DesignAbility to architect scalable, maintainable software systems. Experience designing APIs, microservices, and distributed systems that handle complex requirements.

Security FundamentalsCore understanding of security principles including confidentiality, integrity, authentication, authorization, and cryptography. Knowledge of secure coding practices and common vulnerability patterns.

Cloud Services DevelopmentProficiency building cloud-native applications and services. Understanding of cloud infrastructure, managed services, and cloud-specific security considerations.

System Reliability and ObservabilityExperience implementing monitoring, logging, alerting, and observability patterns. Understanding of SLOs, error budgets, and operational excellence practices.

Collaborative Problem SolvingStrong interpersonal and communication abilities. Capability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, articulate complex technical concepts, and influence stakeholders.

Nice to have

Kubernetes and Container OrchestrationAdvanced experience with Kubernetes deployments, operators, and cloud-native patterns. Understanding of container security and orchestration best practices.

Identity and Access Management (IAM)Specialized experience designing or implementing authentication, authorization, identity federation, or access control systems. Knowledge of OAuth, SAML, OIDC, or RBAC frameworks.

Cryptography and Secret ManagementUnderstanding of cryptographic principles, key management systems, and secrets handling. Experience with tools like Vault, AWS Secrets Manager, or similar platforms.

DevSecOps and CI/CD SecurityExperience implementing security controls in continuous integration and deployment pipelines. Knowledge of container scanning, dependency analysis, and automated security testing.

Multi-Cloud ArchitectureExperience designing systems that operate consistently across multiple cloud providers. Knowledge of cloud provider differences and strategies for cloud-agnostic solutions.

Compliance and Security StandardsKnowledge of security compliance frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, or industry-specific standards. Understanding of audit requirements and regulatory considerations.

Compensation & benefits

Salary

USD 160,000 – 230,000 (annual)

Stock options

Available

Benefits

Comprehensive Health and Wellness Coverage

Medical, dental, vision, and mental health insurance with competitive rates. Wellness programs, fitness reimbursement, and preventative care access.

Generous Paid Time Off and Flexibility

Unlimited paid time off policy with manager support for work-life balance. Paid parental leave, sabbatical programs, and flexible work arrangements.

Retirement and Financial Security

401(k) matching program with employer contribution. Financial planning resources and wealth management benefits.

Stock Options and Equity

Competitive equity grants for eligible employees, enabling you to participate in Snowflake's success as a public company.

Professional Development and Learning

Learning budgets for conferences, certifications, and courses. Internal mentorship programs and career development planning with management.

Collaborative Work Environment

Flexible work arrangements with both remote and office options. Collaborative spaces designed for innovation and team engagement.

Interview process

1
Resume and Application Review — Initial screening of technical qualifications, relevant experience, and project portfolio. Verification of educational background and core technical competencies.
2
Recruiter Phone Screening — Introductory call with technical recruiter to discuss role expectations, company culture, compensation alignment, and initial assessment of technical depth and communication skills.
3
Technical Coding Interview — Hands-on assessment of problem-solving skills, algorithm knowledge, and coding proficiency. Typically 45-60 minutes focused on system design, data structures, and code quality.
4
System Design and Architecture Interview — Deep dive into designing scalable security systems. Discussion of multi-cloud considerations, performance optimization, reliability patterns, and architectural trade-offs relevant to security infrastructure.
5
Security Domain Expert Interview — Specialized technical round with security infrastructure engineers. Assessment of security knowledge, authentication/authorization experience, and understanding of secure software development lifecycle practices.
6
Team Lead or Manager Interview — Behavioral and cultural fit interview with direct manager or team lead. Discussion of collaboration style, communication effectiveness, growth mindset, and alignment with AI-native, experimental approach to problem solving.
7
Executive or Senior Leadership Round — Optional final round with senior stakeholders for senior-level candidates. Strategic conversation about career aspirations, impact potential, and long-term vision within Snowflake's security organization.