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Lead Software Engine - (Priv Controls)

Bitwarden
Location
Delhi
Posted
10 days ago
Department
Engineering
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 10-15 years as a Software Engineer with team lead experience
  • Strong proficiency in C# / .NET, Rust, or TypeScript
  • Experience designing or implementing secure gateway architectures, reverse proxies, and session proxying (SSH, RDP, or HTTPS)
  • Understanding of Identity and Access Management, key-rotation protocols, and real-time audit logging systems
  • Experience with containerized environments (Docker/Kubernetes)
  • Experience with automated test frameworks (unit, integration, and end-to-end)
Nice to have
  • Excitement for open source and developer advocacy
  • Highly collaborative and adaptable mindset
What the job really is

As a Lead Software Engineer on Bitwarden's Priv Controls team, you will be responsible for designing and developing a privileged access platform, focusing on gateway services and auditing mechanisms. The role involves end-to-end ownership of services, including development, testing, deployment, and operational health, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to validate solutions. You will also maintain automated testing frameworks and documentation, contributing to both security and user experience.

Things to weigh
  • Remote position limited to candidates located in the US; no visa sponsorship offered
  • Focus on security and open-source may require a strong commitment to these areas
  • Role involves significant operational responsibilities including on-call rotations
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