Senior Software Engineer II, Foundations - Vanta (Remote - Canada)

Vanta is on a mission to help businesses earn and prove trust, believing that security should be continuously monitored and verified. They empower companies to practice better security and prove it with ease. Vanta prides itself on a kind and talented team, where prior security experience isn't always a prerequisite for success.

Role Overview

As a Senior Software Engineer II on the Foundations team, you'll be at the heart of Vanta's architecture. This team is critical for unlocking both current and future Vanta products by managing the core resource and evidence data that powers the platform. You will work on the source-of-truth systems that enable Vanta's core compliance and auditing experiences.

Vanta is seeking a senior backend engineer who is passionate about shipping quickly, solving real customer problems, and building reliable, scalable systems.

A Day in the Life

Here’s what a typical day might look like for a Senior Software Engineer II, Foundations, at Vanta:

• Morning: Start your day by reviewing the latest monitoring dashboards, identifying potential issues, and collaborating with your team on solutions.
• Mid-day: Participate in a sprint planning meeting, discussing priorities for the upcoming sprint and assigning tasks based on expertise and interest.
• Afternoon: Work on improving the scalability of Vanta’s core data systems, optimizing data models and query performance.
• Late Afternoon: Engage in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to other team members and ensuring code quality.
• End of Day: Participate in a cross-functional meeting with product and design teams to discuss user needs and prioritize impactful work.

Why Remote in Canada?

Vanta embraces remote work to tap into the diverse talent pool across Canada. Specifically, they are hiring in Alberta, Ontario, and British Columbia. This allows Vanta to build a stronger, more innovative team while offering employees the flexibility to work from where they are most productive.

Career Path

This Senior Software Engineer II role offers a clear path for career advancement within Vanta. Successful engineers can grow into roles such as Staff Engineer, Engineering Manager, or Architect, leading larger projects and teams. Vanta supports professional development through mentorship, training, and opportunities to contribute to open-source projects.

Salary & Benefits

Vanta offers an industry-competitive salary and equity package. Additional benefits include:

• 100% covered medical, dental, and vision benefits (with dependents coverage)
• Pension contribution
• 16 weeks fully paid Parental Leave
• Health & wellness stipend
• Remote workspace, internet, and cellphone stipends
• Flexible work hours and location
• 21 days of Vacation Time and 80 hours of Sick Leave
• 11 company-paid holidays
• Virtual team building activities and company-wide events

Security Culture

Security is at the core of Vanta's mission and culture. They emphasize continuous monitoring and verification, empowering employees to practice and prove better security. This commitment translates to a work environment where security best practices are valued and integrated into all aspects of the software development lifecycle.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can apply directly through the Vanta careers page. The application process typically involves submitting a resume and cover letter, followed by a series of technical interviews. Be prepared to discuss your experience with backend engineering, distributed systems, and problem-solving.

FAQ

1. What is Vanta's mission? Vanta's mission is to help businesses earn and prove trust by providing continuous security monitoring and verification.
2. What does the Foundations team do? The Foundations team manages the core resource and evidence data that powers Vanta's compliance and auditing experiences.
3. What technologies do you use? While the specific tech stack isn't explicitly mentioned, expect to use modern backend technologies suitable for building scalable distributed systems.
4. Is this role fully remote? Yes, this role is fully remote within Canada (Alberta, Ontario, and British Columbia).
5. What is the interview process like? The interview process typically includes resume screening, technical interviews, and potentially a final interview with a hiring manager.
6. What opportunities for professional development are available? Vanta supports professional development through mentorship, training, and opportunities to contribute to open-source projects.
7. How does Vanta foster a positive work environment? Vanta fosters a positive environment through flexible work arrangements, virtual team-building activities, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
8. What is the company culture like? Vanta emphasizes kindness, talent, and a commitment to solving customer problems with innovative solutions.
9. Does Vanta provide stipends for remote work? Yes, Vanta provides stipends for remote workspace, internet, and cellphone expenses.
10. What are the expectations around using AI in this role? Vanta encourages engineers to explore and use AI tools responsibly to improve efficiency and impact.