Expert Backend Engineer (Cloud Security)

TL;DR

Expert Backend Engineer (Cloud Security): Developing and maintaining large-scale distributed components for a cloud security platform with an accent on system scalability, performance, and reliability. Focus on designing complex microservices architectures, optimizing database interactions, and ensuring system stability across multi-cloud environments.

Location: Must be based in London, UK with the legal right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship provided)

Company

Wiz is a rapidly growing cloud security company that helps organizations secure their cloud environments and protect infrastructure at scale.

What you will do

• Lead end-to-end development of backend components from research and design to deployment and monitoring.
• Drive key technological and architectural decisions for the platform.
• Conduct rigorous design and code reviews to maintain high engineering standards.
• Analyze and optimize system components for efficiency, scalability, and stability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Frontend and DevOps to deliver high-impact features.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in backend engineering using high-level languages like Golang, Java, or C#.
• Must have the legal right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship.
• Proven experience with microservices architecture and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).
• Strong background in database technologies and message queues.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and modern deployment practices.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

Culture & Benefits

• Work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with world-class talent.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on a leading cloud security product.
• Collaborative culture with a global team spanning over 20 countries.
• Focus on creative problem-solving and technical excellence.