Senior Software Engineer

About Legit Security

Legit Security is a fast-growing cybersecurity startup backed by world-class VCs - Cyberstarts, Bessemer, TCV and CRV. We operate in the rapidly expanding market of software supply chain security, protecting modern development environments against evolving threats.

Our mission is clear: help organizations ship software faster and more securely by embedding trust, resilience, and intelligence into the development life – cycle. We are not only building a category-defining SaaS platform but also leading global initiatives that shape the future of software security.

What we’re building

We develop a cloud-native SaaS platform with a highly available microservices architecture, leveraging the latest in AI, automation, and agent-based systems to secure the modern SDLC pipeline. Our solutions empower engineering teams to move quickly while staying compliant and secure.

The role

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer who is:

Self-driven, curious, and passionate about technology.
Excited to work on cutting-edge challenges in AI, DevSecOps, and cloud-native systems.
Able to balance hands-on coding with leading technical initiatives and mentoring teammates.
Comfortable learning quickly and contributing across the stack.

Requirements:

About you

5+ years of professional software engineering experience.
Proficiency in at least one modern backend language: C#, Python, Node.js, Java, or Go.
Solid understanding of frontend development (React, TypeScript, or similar).
Experience with relational databases and data modeling.
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes).
Bonus points for exposure to AI/ML, LLM-powered agents, or security-focused engineering.
Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
Ability to lead projects and drive technical decisions that scale.