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Senior Back End Engineer - Curated Images Python/Linux - Svitla Systems
Backend Engineer
Lead the design and implementation of a cloud‑native container security platform, delivering hardened images and automated remediation using Python on Linux environments.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Architect and develop high‑performance Python services that generate and maintain hardened container images for enterprise and federal customers.
- Implement automated remediation pipelines, image minimization, and SBOM intelligence to reduce CVE exposure.
- Integrate with cloud‑native tooling (Kubernetes, CI/CD) and security platforms to provide continuous supply‑chain protection.
- Collaborate with security, DevOps, and product teams to define feature requirements and deliver scalable solutions.
- Write comprehensive unit, integration, and performance tests; maintain code quality and documentation.
Requirements
- 5+ years of professional Python development experience in a Linux environment.
- Strong background in container security, SBOM generation, and automated remediation.
- Experience with cloud‑native architectures, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Proficiency in writing clean, maintainable code and performing code reviews.
- Excellent problem‑solving skills and a passion for secure software delivery.