Senior Software Engineer

About this role

<h2 id="job-requirements-title"><strong>VIA is making an impact, and so can you.</strong></h2> <p>VIA is the digital infrastructure company mission-critical organizations rely on when speed and security matter most. The Department of War, government agencies, and global enterprises depend on VIA to disrupt corruption, defend critical infrastructure, and deliver humanitarian aid. VIA’s products span agentic AI, zero-trust identity, quantum-resistant data, and offline stablecoin payments. Every human and agentic AI action is intentionally captured, attributed, and defensible. Designed for sub-second speed and multi-decade defensibility.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>An impressive mission requires an equally impressive Senior Software Engineer.</strong></p> <p>As a key technical contributor at VIA, you will be instrumental in architecting and constructing the pioneering, secure, and scalable software that underpins VIA's mission. You will directly influence how critical data is protected and shared, leveraging our advanced Web3, quantum-resistant technologies.&nbsp;</p> <p>This role offers a chance to significantly contribute by creating high-quality, secure software and tackling intricate data problems for individuals who are driven by innovation and dedicated to excellence.</p> <p><strong>In this role, you will:</strong></p> <p><strong>Lead the Design and Development of Core Software Components:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Architect and implement secure, reliable, and scalable microservices, applying deep understanding of software architecture principles and best practices.</li> <li>Integrate VIA’s Web3 components and privacy-preserving technologies to deliver cutting-edge features and innovative platform functionality.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Champion and Implement Robust Engineering Processes and Automation:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Define, document, and drive adoption of <strong>end-to-end software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes</strong>, ensuring clarity and efficiency from initial concept through deployment and maintenance.</li> <li>Spearhead the creation, development, and optimization of <strong>automation pipelines</strong> for continuous integration, testing, and deployment (CI/CD), ensuring efficient and reliable application releases.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Ensure Software Quality, Reliability, and Performance:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Develop and execute comprehensive <strong>automated testing strategies</strong>, including unit and integration tests, to deliver high-quality, robust software.</li> <li>Proactively monitor, troubleshoot, analyze, and <strong>optimize the performance</strong> of deployed applications, working to mitigate bottlenecks.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Provide Technical Expertise and Facilitate Cross-Functional Collaboration:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Serve as a subject matter expert and provide technical leadership in <strong>privacy and security</strong>, guiding project delivery and ensuring VIA’s solutions meet the highest standards.</li> <li>Clearly <strong>articulate complex software designs, architectural choices, and technical processes</strong> to diverse audiences, including technical peers and non-technical stakeholders.</li> <li>Collaborate effectively with various cross-functional teams to ensure alignment, solve problems, and achieve successful project outcomes.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Drive Innovation and Continuous Improvement:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Rapidly <strong>grasp new technical concepts</strong> and effectively apply this knowledge to address complex challenges and develop innovative solutions that meet customer needs.</li> <li>Continuously explore and thoughtfully integrate relevant advancements in privacy, cryptography, and distributed systems to contribute to VIA's cutting-edge products.</li> </ul> <section class="styles--3vx-H" data-ui="job-requirements"> <h2 id="job-requirements-title">Requirements</h2> <div> <p><em><strong>What you will bring to this role:</strong></em></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree or higher in computer science, mathematics, engineering, or science</li> <li>5+ years of relevant full stack or backend development experience</li> <li>Strong experience with cloud-based software development in a microservices environment and cryptography techniques, including: <ul> <li>Service mesh (Istio), zero trust architecture and observability</li> <li>Developing RESTful APIs (using frameworks such as FastAPI) secured by OAuth2/Auth</li> <li>Integrating asymmetric and/or symmetric encryption in applications</li> <li>Thorough working knowledge of data structures, algorithms, databases (SQL and NoSQL), and in-memory data storageExtensive knowledge of parallel processing, message brokers, and/or distributed task queues</li> <li>Working knowledge of Docker containers and Helm charts</li> </ul> </li> <li>Previous experience leading an Agile team of developers a plus: <ul> <li>Proven on-time delivery of multiple quality software projects</li> <li>Ability to advocate for technical excellence, maintaining the highest standard of software engineering practices</li> <li>Model an ability to identify blockers and use critical thinking to provide creative solutions</li> </ul> </li> <li>Proficiency in documentation and the desire to clearly communicate technical processes to both non-technical and technical audiences.</li> <li>Exposure to the following a plus: IETF RFCs, blockchain systems, zero-knowledge proofs</li> </ul> <p><em><strong>What does it take to be a successful VIAneer? Let’s break it down, our VIAneers are:</strong></em></p> <ul> <li>Self-motivated and passionate about leaving everything they touch better than how they found it</li> <li>Firm believers that people should love what they do and are eager to build a culture that enables them to do their best work</li> <li>Creative problem solvers who respectfully challenge the status quo in the pursuit of excellence</li> <li>People who lead discussions with curiosity and value diverse perspectives</li> <li>