Senior Software Engineer - Browser Security | JavaScript | 5-8 years

Job Title:

Senior Software Engineer - Browser Security | JavaScript | 5-8 years

About Skyhigh Security:

Skyhigh Security is a dynamic, fast-paced, cloud company that is a leader in the security industry.  Our mission is to protect the world’s data, and because of this, we live and breathe security. We value learning at our core, underpinned by openness and transparency. 

Since 2011, organizations have trusted us to provide them with a complete, market-leading security platform built on a modern cloud stack. Our industry-leading suite of products radically simplifies data security through easy-to-use, cloud-based, Zero Trust solutions that are managed in a single dashboard, powered by hundreds of employees across the world. With offices in Santa Clara, Aylesbury, Paderborn, Bengaluru, Sydney, Tokyo and more, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. 

Skyhigh Security Is more than a company; here, when you invest your career with us, we commit to investing in you. We embrace a hybrid work model, creating the flexibility and freedom you need from your work environment to reach your potential. From our employee recognition program, to our ‘Blast Talks' learning series, and team celebrations (we love to have fun!), we strive to be an interactive and engaging place where you can be your authentic self. 

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Role Overview:

As a key member of the Secure Web Browser development team, reporting to the Senior Manager for Data Protection Cloud Services, you will work with an Agile software development team to design and deploy exciting new features for our browser-based security software. In this role, you will own the development of advanced Data Loss Prevention capabilities, such as Watermarking, translating cutting-edge research into production-ready code. By securing these critical user workflows, your work will directly eliminate data exfiltration risks for our enterprise clients, scaling the reach and impact of our cloud security suite.

About the role

As a software engineer on the Secure Web Browser team, no two days look exactly the same, but you can generally expect a collaborative, fast-paced rhythm centered around innovation and steady delivery.

In an average week, you will:

• Connect Across Teams: Partner closely with the Core DLP Scanning and Web Proxy engineering teams to ensure seamless product integration, while collaborating with Product Management and UI/UX Designers to keep our security features intuitive and powerful.

• Build and Innovate: Spend dedicated time writing clean, secure code to develop core browser security features like Watermarking.

• Collaborate in an Agile Environment: Participate in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and code reviews, operating within a highly supportive, team-first Agile ecosystem.

• Research and Prototype: Dedicate time to exploring cutting-edge security trends and technical solutions to stay ahead of evolving digital threats.

• Deliver Impact: Take ownership of core deliverables, from initial technical scoping and architectural design to shipping production-ready software updates.

 

About you

We believe that great software is built by great people. We are looking for a collaborative problem-solver who thrives in a dynamic environment, possesses a deep curiosity about how the web works under the hood, and genuinely cares about making the digital world a safer place.

We would love to connect if this sounds like you:

Your Collaborative & Behavioral Strengths

• A Natural Connector: You have a proven ability to form genuine, positive relationships across multiple levels of an organization.

• An Effective Influencer: Your communication and influencing skills allow you to articulate complex technical ideas clearly, whether you are chatting with an individual contributor or presenting a concept to the executive team.

• Thriving in Growth: You feel energized working in a faster-paced, high-growth environment where your work has a visible, daily impact.

Your Technical Passions & Expertise

• A JavaScript Specialist: 5 to 8 years of experience.

• You possess a deep, detailed understanding of JavaScript core features, including advanced techniques for modifying the behavior of built-in features (like Proxy, apply, and monkey patching).

• Browser Security Minded: You have a strong grasp of essential browser security measures, keeping things like CORS, CSP, and Trusted Types top-of-mind as you develop.

• Web & Networking Savvy: You are highly familiar with core networking concepts (such as HTTPS, proxies, and WebSockets) and understand the vital importance of the browser secure context.

• Performance & Automation Driven: You care about smooth user experiences and know how to use performance measurement tools like Lighthouse. You also enjoy leveraging browser automation frameworks like Cypress, Selenium, or Playwright to streamline workflows.

• An Enterprise Solution Mindset: Your background includes successfully positioning and aligning software solutions within enterprise accounts, navigating all levels of decision-makers.

• Quality & Security Focused: You value robust code and are familiar with JavaScript testing frameworks (including writing clean unit tests and mocks). Your toolkit also includes an understanding of website reverse-engineering, vulnerability testing, and security analysis tools like SAST and DAST.

• User-Centric at Heart: Your history with and appreciation for UI/UX design is what drives you to develop great, seamless software interfaces that users actually enjoy interacting with.

Company Benefits and Perks:

We believe that the best solutions are developed by teams who embrace each other's unique experiences, skills, and abilities. We work hard to create a dynamic workforce where we encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work every day. We offer a variety of social programs, flexible work hours and family-friendly benefits to all of our employees.

• Retirement Plans

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

• Paid Time Off

• Paid Parental Leave

• Support for Community Involvement

We're serious about our commitment to a workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute to our industry-leading products and customer support, which is why we prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status.

Our Commitment to You :

At Skyhigh Security, we are committed to creating a safe and trustworthy experience for our customers, employees, and candidates. Please be aware that fraudulent recruiting activity can occur through fake job postings or impersonated communications.

Skyhigh Security conducts interviews through professional channels only and does not use text messages, instant messaging, or group chats for interviews. We will never request sensitive personal information—such as your date of birth, Social Security number, or national ID number—during the interview process.

Skyhigh Security also does not require candidates to pay fees, purchase products or services, or process payments of any kind as part of the recruiting or hiring process. And Skyhigh Security will never keep any original work authorization documents that we may be required to review during the hiring process.