About brighthush
At brighthush, we’re redefining the way businesses build, ship, and secure their software. Founded in 2021, brighthush has quickly become a trusted partner for enterprises that demand the highest standards of security, reliability, and performance in the cloud-native ecosystem. Our platform delivers low‑to‑zero CVE container images, advanced entitlement management, and policy‑driven automation that empower developers to focus on innovation while we handle the complexity of supply‑chain security.
With a growing team of 250+ engineers, product managers, and security experts, brighthush is headquartered in Seattle, Washington, but our culture is truly global. We believe that talent knows no borders, which is why we’re proud to offer a fully remote, flexible work environment that supports diverse teams across the United States.
Why Join brighthush?
As a Staff Software Engineer on our Customer Platform team, you’ll be at the forefront of building the APIs, entitlements, policies, and platform primitives that connect customers, partners, and internal product teams to brighthush’s secure software supply chain. You’ll own backend features from concept to production, shape the future of AI‑powered customer experiences, and mentor the next generation of engineers—all while working in a culture that values autonomy, continuous learning, and impact.
Key Responsibilities
- End‑to‑End Ownership – Lead the full lifecycle of backend features: design, implementation, rollout, and iteration. Work closely with Product Management and partner teams to translate business goals into robust, scalable solutions.
- Backend Architecture & API Design – Design, build, and evolve high‑performance backend systems using Go, REST, and gRPC. Ensure that entitlement, policy, and onboarding services meet the demands of millions of API calls per day.
- Cross‑Team Collaboration – Serve as the primary technical liaison between the Customer Platform and other brighthush engineering groups (Containers, Libraries, OS Packages). Translate requirements into integration paths that maintain consistency across the ecosystem.
- AI‑Powered Product Innovation – Extend brighthush’s agentic AI foundation into customer‑facing product experiences. Collaborate with data scientists to embed intelligent features that anticipate user needs and streamline workflows.
- Technical Leadership & Mentorship – Provide guidance to senior and mid‑level engineers. Help the team navigate ambiguity, break down complex problems, and deliver clear, measurable outcomes.
- Roadmap & Delivery – Contribute to a product‑driven roadmap with realistic deadlines. Prioritize trade‑offs, champion iterative delivery, and ensure that the team ships high‑quality features on time.
Essential Qualifications
- 5+ years of production experience building backend services in Go.
- Deep expertise in API design, microservices architecture, and scaling systems to handle high traffic.
- Proven track record of owning features end‑to‑end, from design through production and iteration.
- Experience collaborating across multiple engineering teams to align on technical standards and integration patterns.
- Strong problem‑solving skills: diagnose issues, recommend solutions, and chart actionable paths forward.
- Demonstrated mentorship ability—guiding engineers without a formal management title.
- Comfort operating in ambiguous environments and turning uncertainty into clear, executable plans.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with cloud‑native environments (Kubernetes, cloud provider APIs).
- Background in entitlement systems, billing, or platform infrastructure.
- Prior exposure to building or extending AI‑powered product features.
- Knowledge of security best practices for container images and supply‑chain protection.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, observability, and automated testing frameworks.
Core Skills & Competencies
- Technical Proficiency – Go, REST/gRPC, Kubernetes, cloud APIs, CI/CD, observability.
- Architectural Vision – Ability to design scalable, maintainable systems that evolve with business needs.
- Communication – Clear articulation of complex technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
- Leadership – Inspiring teams, fostering collaboration, and driving high‑performance outcomes.
- Innovation – Curiosity to explore new technologies, especially AI, and apply them to real‑world problems.
- Adaptability – Thriving in a fast‑paced, rapidly changing environment.
Career Growth & Learning Opportunities
At brighthush, your career trajectory is driven by impact, learning, and mentorship. As a Staff Software Engineer, you’ll:
- Lead high‑visibility projects that shape the future of secure software delivery.
- Mentor junior engineers, helping them grow into senior roles.
- Participate in technical steering committees that influence product strategy.
- Attend industry conferences, hackathons, and internal knowledge‑sharing sessions.
- Receive ongoing training in emerging technologies, including AI, cloud security, and distributed systems.
Work Environment & Culture
brighthush is built on a foundation of trust, autonomy, and continuous improvement. Our remote‑first culture means you can work from anywhere in the United States while staying connected through:
- Weekly virtual stand‑ups and bi‑weekly all‑hands meetings.
- Monthly stipend for coworking spaces, phone, and internet.
- Bi‑annual destination summits that bring the team together for collaboration and celebration.
- Open‑source contributions and community engagement initiatives.
- A culture that values work‑life balance, mental health, and personal growth.
Compensation & Benefits
While specific salary ranges are not disclosed publicly, brighthush offers a competitive total rewards package that includes:
- Competitive base salary aligned with market rates for senior engineering roles.
- Stock options granted upon hire and at promotion milestones, with a 10‑year vesting period.
- Full coverage of health, vision, and dental insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
- Unlimited paid time off (PTO) to recharge and maintain peak performance.
- 18 weeks paid parental leave for birthing parents and 12 weeks for non‑birthing parents, with flexible usage options.
- Professional development budget for conferences, courses, and certifications.
- Annual performance bonuses tied to individual and company goals.
How to Apply
If you’re a seasoned backend engineer who thrives on ownership, collaboration, and innovation, we’d love to hear from you. Join brighthush and help us build the next generation of secure, AI‑driven software platforms.
Ready to take the next step? and become a key driver of brighthush’s mission to secure the future of cloud‑native development.
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