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Lavendo

Lead Software Engineer - Privacy Tech

Lavendo, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


About The CompanyOur client is a fast-growing SaaS company at the forefront of data privacy and security innovation. Their powerful

Data Privacy Governance platform

utilizes patented AI technology to revolutionize customer data protection, ensuring compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and other privacy regulations for Fortune 100 organizations and mid-market enterprises. Their unified consent and preference management APIs enable seamless data handling across multiple channels, setting new standards in the industry.Job title: Lead Software EngineerOffice location: Falls Church, VA (hybrid 3 days a week)Industry: SaaS, Data Privacy, Data Security, AIProduct or service: Data Privacy Governance, Data Security & Protection, Consent ManagementCompany size: 40The company's

mission

is to contribute to a better society by advocating for proper data protection legislation, responsibly safeguarding customer data, preserving individual privacy rights, and enhancing trust between businesses and consumers through greater transparency.The Opportunity

We are seeking a talented

Lead Software Engineer

to join our client's team in Falls Church, VA. Founders are engineers, and the majority of the team members are engineers. The team is flat in hierarchy and you will likely have more autonomy over your code than what you are previously accustomed to. You won't be just fixing bugs or maintaining existing codebase - you will be building exciting new features, analyzing metrics, re-designing complex interfaces, and making important technical and product decisions.What You'll Do

Write clean, quality, and secure code based on product requirementsBuild interactive web application, APIs, and algorithmsOptimize performance and browser compatibilityEnsure technical decisions support our client’s goals of quality, scalability, reliability, security and high performanceWork with a team of engineers and help meet deadlinesLead, mentor, and guide other engineersWhat You Bring

At least 8 years of experience building web applications and enterprise softwareBachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or a related fieldPrior work in a SaaS software platform as a full-stack or back-end developerHands-on programming experience with Javascript, ReactJS, JQuery, Bootstrap, Redis, and building RESTful APIs, AJAXSolid experience with LAMP stack (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP) or LEMP stack, and excellent command line skills on LinuxSkilled in building highly scalable, load-balanced web applications (e.g., well-designed APIs, high-volume data pipelines, efficient algorithms)Experience with SQL stored procedures, database architecture, micro services, message queues (such as RabbitMQ)Knowledge of container technology (docker, etc.) and cloud services (IaaS, PaaS), AWS, Elastic SearchExperience using third-party testing tools and frameworks and working with version control systems such as GIT, Bitbucket, etc.Experience with a security-tech or privacy-tech company is a plusExperience with NoSQL/Hadoop/Hive/HBase, Cassandra, MongoDB, etc. is a plusHands-on experience with Python, Java or AI Algorithms is a plusContribution to open-source projects is a plusHands-on experience with encryption algorithms and vulnerability assessment tools is a plusAbility to work 3 days/week in an office in Falls Church, VAKey Attributes for Success

Strong technical expertiseMaking important technical and product decisionsTeam collaboration and ability to mentor other engineersComfortable with a dynamic startup work environmentWhy Join?

Base salary: $100,000 per year (negotiable based on experience)Performance-based bonus: $25,000 per yearFull medical benefits. Gold plan: 100% coverage for health, dental, and vision (0 out-of-pocket). Life insurance401(k)Work-life balance, hybrid schedule and paid vacationFast-track career growth plan (Director of Engineering)Proven product-market fit with Fortune 100 customersFounders are engineers, and the majority of the team members are engineersImpactful work that shapes the future of data privacyCollaborative company culture, diverse team and supportive, inclusive environment for all employeesInterviewing Process

Stage 1: 30-min virtual interview with the Founder (General fit)Stage 2: Technical interview with the Founder (Technical assessment)Stage 3: On-site visit in the office (Cultural fit/Final)Reference and Background Checks: conducted after successful interviewsJob Offer: provided to the selected candidateWe are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.Compensation Range: $115K - $125K

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