Software Engineer Backend, Core Services
Software Engineer (Backend) for Core Services at Censys, responsible for developing and maintaining backend systems using Python, Node.js, Machine Learning, and AWS technologies to deliver real-time Internet intelligence and actionable threat insights.
Company Background
Censys’ mission is to be the one place to understand everything on the internet. Frustrated by the lack of trustworthy Internet intelligence, we set out to create the industry’s most comprehensive, accurate, and up-to-date map of the Internet. Today, Censys delivers real-time Internet intelligence and actionable threat insights to global governments, over 50% of the Fortune 500, and leading threat intelligence providers worldwide.
Location:
This position is remote within the United States or Canada.
Role Summary:
We’re hiring a backend Software Engineer II to join our Core Services team. In this role, you will be responsible for building and maintaining the critical infrastructure behind authentication, authorization, analytics, and user/account management across our platform. You will contribute to secure, scalable systems that power core business capabilities by turning clear requirements into high-quality software, collaborating with product and engineering stakeholders as you deepen expertise in our stack and domain.
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For high cost of living areas (San Francisco Bay, New York City, and Seattle), the expected salary range for
Posted June 6, 2026