About the role
About the Role & Company
We are an elite, profitable cyber-security startup backed by a premier defense VC fund and top industry figures (including a former Head of Mossad). We specialize in protecting mobile devices against high-tier, complex cyber threats for global defense organizations, political entities, and defense contractors.
We are looking for a
Senior Backend & Cyber Engineer
to join our fast-paced, highly skilled R&D team (6 engineers). In this role, you will take full ownership of designing, building, and deploying mission-critical protection systems from scratch.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain high-performance Backend services in Python / Go / C++.
- Take an active role in architecting mobile cyber-defense and threat-detection systems for production environments.
- Work closely with the team on end-to-end features, from system architecture down to Linux hardware deployments and Docker containers.
- Operate in a dynamic, high-impact environment where speed, adaptability, and high security standards are key.
Requirements
- Cyber Security Experience:
Solid understanding of cyber security concepts (Defensive, Offensive, or Fraud Detection or Military background in technological cyber units). - Backend Expertise:
Strong hands-on experience building production-grade backend systems. - OS & System:
Deep proficiency in
Linux
environments (Must). - Programming Languages:
Proficiency in
Python
and/or
Go
(Open to strong experience with
C++ ). - Containerization:
Hands-on experience with
Docker
and containerized environments. - High adaptability, self-starter mindset, and the ability to thrive in a small, fast-moving team.
Advantages (Nice to Have)
- Military background in technological cyber units (e.g., 8200, Cyber/Mobile research & development units).
- Experience with hardware deployments / on-premise execution environments.
- Infrastructure / DevOps knowledge.
What We Offer
- High Impact:
Small team (17 employees total, 6 in R&D) – every line of code matters. - Financial Stability:
Profitable company backed by leading defense investors. - Fast Hiring Process:
3 streamlined stages (Phone screen ➡️ Technical & Architecture ➡️ Founder / Management). - Flexible work structure with a strong, collaborative core team.
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