Senior Software Engineer

Details

At SentinelOne, we’re redefining cybersecurity by leveraging AI-powered, data-driven innovation to stay ahead of tomorrow’s threats. We build industry-leading products and cultivate a collaborative company culture grounded in core values. We’re looking for passionate engineers who enjoy solving complex problems and driving impact.

Role overview

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer with experience in the Linux security domain. You will research new Linux/Containers related security technologies, design detection strategies and algorithms, and deliver detection capabilities and infrastructure at scale. Work spans from low-level kernel hooks to complex detection engines and broader system engineering challenges that protect Linux and cloud workloads at scale.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end ownership of new detection capabilities: research, design, prototype (POC), and deliver at scale.
• Software development (70–80% of time): implement features, perform low-level development and debugging, and ship production-grade code.
• Work on low-level Kernel hooks and complex detection engines.
• Participate in peer code reviews and team design reviews.
• Architect end-to-end security solutions for complex features with loose problem definitions.
• Model and create POCs for complex problems.
• Support customers with issues and requests within the team’s domain.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a software engineer developing complex systems in modern C++.
• Proficient in Linux OS architecture, security, and internals.
• Hands-on experience with Linux low-level development and debugging.
• Experience working on a production-grade product with large-scale deployment.

Nice to have

• Linux kernel development or kernel tracing experience.
• Hands-on experience with eBPF.
• Familiarity with container internals, platforms, and orchestrators such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of the Linux networking subsystem.
• Software development experience in Rust, Go, or Python.

Benefits & perks

• Medical, Vision, Dental
• 401(k)
• Commuter, Health and Dependent FSA
• Unlimited PTO
• Industry-leading gender-neutral parental leave
• Paid Company Holidays and Paid Sick Time
• Employee stock purchase program
• Disability and life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Numerous company-sponsored events (happy hours, team-building)

Compensation

This U.S. role has a base pay range that will vary based on candidate location. Base Salary Range: $128,000—$176,000 USD. For some locations a different pay range may apply and will be provided during recruiting.

Equal opportunity & compliance

SentinelOne is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics. SentinelOne participates in the E-Verify Program for all U.S.-based roles.