Staff Software Engineer

Vectra · Austin, TX

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Engineering US - Austin, TX Office Posted Apr 28, 2026 186,000 – 252,000 USD

Vectra® is the leader in AI-driven threat detection and response for hybrid and multi-cloud enterprises.

The Vectra AI Platform delivers integrated signal across public cloud, SaaS, identity, and data center networks in a single platform. Powered by patented Attack Signal Intelligence, it empowers security teams to rapidly prioritize, investigate and respond to the most advanced cyber-attacks. With 35 patents in AI-driven threat detection and the most vendor references in MITRE D3FEND, organizations worldwide rely on the Vectra AI to move at the speed and scale of hybrid attackers. For more information, visit www.vectra.ai.

The Role

We are looking for a Staff Software Engineer to join our Fusion engineering team, focused on building systems that ingest, process, and analyze network cloud telemetry such as flow and DNS logs.

This is a high-impact, hands-on technical leadership role. You will design and scale distributed systems that power real-time detection, while influencing architecture, standards, and engineering practices across teams.

What You’ll Do

Design and build scalable backend systems using Go and Python

Develop and evolve high-throughput data pipelines for network flow and DNS telemetry

Architect systems for real-time and near real-time data processing

Improve performance, scalability, and cost efficiency of platform services

Lead design and code reviews, setting a high bar for engineering quality

Drive cross-team architecture and platform alignment

Partner with product and detection teams to deliver shared platform capabilities

Mentor engineers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence and ownership

What We’re Looking For

8+ years of experience building distributed systems at scale

Strong proficiency in Go (Golang) and experience with Python

Experience with streaming or data-intensive systems (e.g., Kafka, Kinesis, Flink)

Solid understanding of network telemetry (e.g., flow logs, DNS)

Experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred)

Strong background in systems design, performance, and reliability

Proven ability to lead technical initiatives across teams

Nice to have:

Background in cybersecurity or network detection

Experience with real-time analytics systems

Expertise in data warehousing technologies (e.g., Elasticsearch, Hadoop, Druid)

Why Join Vectra

Work on high-scale, real-time systems solving complex security challenges

Help build a platform that processes massive volumes of network data

Collaborate with experienced engineers in a high-impact environment

Contribute to technology that directly improves customer security outcomes

Our competitive total rewards package includes cash compensation within the range provided below. Actual pay for this position may vary based on the hired candidate’s location, experience and relevant incumbent pay position. 

Vectra Total Rewards

$186,000—$252,000 USD

Vectra provides a comprehensive total rewards package that supports the financial, physical, mental and overall health of our employees and their families. Compensation includes competitive base pay, incentive plan eligibility, and participation in the employee equity plan (stock options). Specific benefits offered varies by location, but commonly include health care insurance, income protection / life insurance, access to retirement savings plans, behavioral & emotional wellness services, generous time away from work, and a comprehensive employee recognition program.

Vectra is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

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