Role Overview
Fortanix is hiring a Senior Software Engineer - Rust. This is a full-time hybrid role, based in Bengaluru. Part of Fortanix's Security hiring, posted 2 days ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
Salary Context
Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Senior-level Security roles is $115k-$166k (based on 63 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.
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Job Description
In today's world, where data spreads across various clouds and devices, traditional security measures aren't enough. Businesses need a dynamic approach to defend against constant cyber threats and ensure agile data security. Fortanix leads the way in data-centric cybersecurity for hybrid multicloud environments, using advanced cryptography, encryption, and confidential AI solutions.
As data breaches become more frequent and traditional defenses fall short, we focus on data exposure management to keep your information safe. Our unified data security platform addresses vulnerabilities in hybrid multicloud environments, defends against threats, and makes it easier to discover, assess, and fix data exposure risks. Whether implementing a Zero Trust model or preparing for the post-quantum computing era, we help businesses worldwide protect their most sensitive data, wherever it is.
Our commitment to solving the world's toughest data security challenges has earned Fortanix multiple Cybersecurity Excellence and Innovation Awards, as well as recognition from industry giants such as NVIDIA, Microsoft, Intel, ServiceNow, and Snowflake.
Our team includes industry leaders and cryptography experts, creating a culture of trust, innovation and collaboration where every voice is valued. Recognized as a Great Place to Work, we're looking for passionate individuals to help us shape the future of data security and work towards a safer digital future.
We're looking for a Software Engineer to join our Confidential Computing Management team
In this role, you'll design and deploy microservices in a hybrid cloud environment, helping to build a scalable and reliable platform from the ground up. We are looking for someone with a clear vision of what a well-architected system looks like, and the technical ability to bring that vision to life. We're seeking someone with a security- and quality-first mindset—an engineer who instinctively builds systems that are secure by design, resilient in production, and easy to maintain over time.
The Software Engineer role is responsible for the following:
- Designing and building microservices for our platform services running on confidential computing.
- Contribute to a friendly and helpful company culture
- Design, implement, test, and maintain one or more of:
- Our Runtime Encryption® software for SGX, written in Rust
- Help deploy, monitor, and tune the performance of our software
- Participate in peer code review, which we believe results in a higher-quality product
- Follow security best practices (don't worry, we'll tell you what they are)
Requirements
- Ideally, 4 years of professional experience as a software engineer
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- Strong experience in backend development and building distributed systems
- Proficiency in at least one programming language, such as Rust, Go, Java or C++
- Deep understanding of observability concepts, tools, and techniques is a plus
- Experience with cloud-based technologies, preferably AWS, Azure and GCP
- Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Benefits
- Hybrid Work Model
- 12 Annual Leaves & 12 Casual/Sick Leaves
- 8 Public Holidays + 2 Floating Holiday
- Comprehensive Medical and Dental Insurance Coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
- Group Life Insurance
- Personal Accident Insurance
- Internet Reimbursement
- Employee Stock Options
- Onsite Snacks, Lunches, and Dinners Provided
- Quarterly Beer Bashes & Year-End Celebrations
Fortanix is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace with equal opportunity for all applicants and teammates. Our goal is to recruit the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other status. If you're interested in working in a fast-growing, exciting working environment - we encourage you to apply !
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Senior Software Engineer - Rust position at Fortanix?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Fortanix. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Is the Senior Software Engineer - Rust role at Fortanix remote or in-office?
This is a hybrid role based in Bengaluru. Expect a mix of in-office and remote days, with the specific cadence set by the hiring manager.
What does a Senior Software Engineer - Rust at Fortanix earn?
Fortanix has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Senior Software Engineer - Rust role at Fortanix posted?
This role was posted on June 26, 2026 (2 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
How much experience does the Senior Software Engineer - Rust role at Fortanix require?
This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. Fortanix lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.
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