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Senior Back-End Engineer (Python) - Remote
COGNNARiyadh, Riyadh Province, SA3 days ago
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Job descriptionWork closely with frontend developers, designers, and product managers to deliver seamless, user-centered solutions. Participate in architecture decisions and infrastructure planning for existing and new systems. Lead development efforts from planning to deployment, ensuring timely and high-quality releases. Optimize backend performance and resolve production issues in real-time. Implement secure data handling and maintain best practices for authentication, authorization, and encryption. Contribute to internal security reviews and continuous hardening of our systems. A team player who thrives in collaborative environments. A critical thinker who approaches challenges with creativity and analytical precision. Someone who stays curious and embraces continuous learning in a rapidly evolving tech space. 5+ years of experience with Python and Django, building production-grade applications. 2+ years of experience with Golang, ideally in performance-critical or distributed systems. Working knowledge of frontend technologies (React JS) to support rapid POC development. Strong understanding of system design, distributed systems, and API-driven architectures. Experience with relational and non-relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, Redis). Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). Solid grounding in secure development practices.
About COGNNA
At COGNNA, we’re redefining cybersecurity through smart, AI-driven solutions that protect organizations against today’s most advanced threats. From automated threat detection to compliance-focused defense, our platform is built for companies that demand performance, intelligence, and trust. We’re headquartered in Riyadh with a growing global footprint—and we’re building a team ready to shape the future of cyber defense.
The Role
We’re looking for a Senior Backend Developer to architect and build high-performance backend systems that power our threat detection and response technologies. You’ll join a passionate engineering team working on complex services, robust APIs, and scalable infrastructure that supports our mission to make cybersecurity faster, smarter, and more reliable.
Key Responsibilities
1. System Design & Development
- Build and maintain scalable, high-performance backend systems using modern development stacks.
- Design APIs that are clean, efficient, and secure for use across our products and integrations.
- Ensure backend components are modular, well-tested, and aligned with engineering best practices.
2. Collaboration & Delivery
3. Optimization & Security
4. Mentorship & Innovation
Guide and mentor junior engineers, sharing knowledge and encouraging best practices.
Keep pace with emerging technologies, tools, and techniques to drive innovation in our engineering workflows.
What We’re Looking For in You
Why Join Us?
At our company, you’ll find an environment where your expertise and ideas are valued. Join a team that encourages innovation, fosters growth, and delivers meaningful solutions.
Requirements
Benefits
💰 Competitive Package – Salary + equity options + performance incentives
🧘 Flexible & Remote – Work from anywhere with an outcomes-first culture
🤝 Team of Experts – Work with designers, engineers, and security pros solving real-world problems
🚀 Growth-Focused – Your ideas ship, your voice counts, your growth matters
🌍 Global Impact – Build products that protect critical systems and data
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