Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer (Java)

Location: Canada (Remote)

Why Finite State

Join a mission-driven team that is securing the connected world. At Finite State, you’ll work with some of the brightest minds in cybersecurity to uncover vulnerabilities hidden in the software supply chains that power everything from cars to medical devices. Your code will directly contribute to protecting critical infrastructure and shaping the future of IoT security — all while working in a flexible, fully remote environment that values innovation and impact.

The Role

We’re looking for a Senior Software Engineer (Java) to design, build, and maintain the scalable backend infrastructure that powers our world-class cybersecurity platform. You will be a key contributor and technical leader on the engineering team, collaborating closely with product, design, and other engineers to deliver impactful features.

This is a hands-on, high-impact role where your work directly contributes to protecting critical devices worldwide.

What You’ll Do

• Design & Build: Develop and maintain backend services and APIs in Java (Spring Boot, Quarkus).

• Scale & Secure: Optimize performance, scalability, and security across distributed systems.

• Data Expertise: Work with PostgreSQL — schema design, query optimization, and migrations.

• Collaborate: Partner with frontend engineers (Next.js), product managers, and designers to deliver end-to-end features.

• Lead & Mentor: Provide technical guidance and conduct thoughtful code reviews.

• Automate & Integrate: Support CI/CD pipelines, implement automated testing, and integrate external APIs.

• Innovate: Leverage AI tools (Cursor, Devin, GitHub Copilot) to improve productivity and code quality.

• Grow: Stay on top of emerging technologies, contributing ideas that shape our technical direction.

What We’re Looking For

• Experienced Java Engineer: Strong professional experience building backend services and APIs at scale.

• Technical Depth: Knowledge of distributed systems, RESTful/GraphQL APIs, and database performance tuning (PostgreSQL preferred).

• Cloud & Containers: Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud providers (AWS, GCP, or Azure).

• Quality-First Mindset: Skilled in automated testing, CI/CD practices, and writing maintainable code.

• Problem Solver: Excellent debugging, analytical, and communication skills.

• Collaborator: Comfortable working on a fully remote, fast-paced team.

Tech Stack

• Languages: Java, Python, JavaScript

• Frameworks: Quarkus, Spring Boot, Next.js

• Infrastructure: Docker, Kubernetes, PostgreSQL, Redis, ArangoDB

• Tools: GitHub, Keycloak, Auth0, Cursor, Devin, GitHub Copilot

Nice- to- Haves 

• Experience with Next.js or other modern frontend frameworks (React, Vue, Angular).

• Proficiency in Python for tooling or microservices.

• Familiarity with observability tools (e.g., Honeycomb).

• Experience working in Agile/DevOps environments and small, cross-functional teams.

Your 90-Day Success Path

• 30 Days: Independently working on tickets and contributing to codebase.

• 60 Days: Participating in planning and estimating upcoming projects.

• 90 Days: Owning the design and development of new features

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive Compensation: Salary + stock options.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Fully covered medical, dental, vision.

• Generous PTO: Unlimited PTO plus outstanding parental leave.

• Remote-First Perks: WFH stipend and flexible work culture.

• Security with Purpose: Short- and long-term disability, life insurance.