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Senior Open Source Engineer

Engineering
June 24th, 2025

In the cloud, every second counts. On the leading edge of security, Sysdig stops attacks in real-time by instantly detecting changes in cloud security risk with runtime insights and open source Falco. Trusted by a large enterprise customer base, we are a well-funded startup, passionate open source enthusiasts at heart, and problem-solvers who are building and delivering powerful solutions to secure cloud-native applications.

We have an organizational focus on delivering value to customers. We appreciate diverse opinions and open dialogue to spur ideas and we believe in working together to achieve our goals. We're an international company that understands how to cultivate an inclusive environment across all teams.

And we're a great place to work too - we've been named a "Best Places to Work" by Inc, the San Francisco Business Time, and Built In, with recognitions ranging from "Best Benefits" to a "Best Company for Happiness".

We are looking for driven team members who want to join us on our mission to lead cloud security globally. Does this sound like the right place for you?

  • You will report to Manager, Technical Lead (Open Source Eng)
  • You will build exciting pieces of new technology within Falco, its libraries and ecosystem tools, and other open source projects like OSS Sysdig, StratoShark, and Wireshark
  • You will become a contributor and maintainer of these open source projects
  • You will partner with users and adopters to engage with these tools and help fix reported bugs.
  • You'll help grow community engagement and adoption by supporting users, speaking at events like KubeCon, and sharing insights through talks and blog posts

    • What you will do

  • Deep understanding with system and network security, Linux internals, eBPF, Containers, and Kubernetes
  • Familiarity with performance optimization, memory safety, and large-scale data processing
  • Expertise in developer advocacy, community building, or other DevRel activities
  • Track record of leading meaningful contributions to OSS communities

    • What you will bring with you

  • Proven experience as a Software Engineer, ideally in cloud-native or security domains
  • Solid programming skills in one or more of the following languages: C/C++, Golang, or Rust
  • Demonstrated contributions to open-source projects
  • Fluency in English, with strong written and verbal communication skills

    • What we look for:

  • Extra days off to prioritize your well-being
  • Mental health support for you and your family through the Modern Health app
  • Great compensation package

    • When you join Sysdig, you can expect: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.Some of our Hiring Managers are globally distributed, an English version of your CV will be appreciated.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.#LI- SM3#LI-Hybrid

    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.

    Some of our Hiring Managers are globally distributed, an English version of your CV will be appreciated.

    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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