Snr. Software Engineer (Full-Stack) (Position located in Cape Town, South Africa)

About Knowbe4

Join the cybersecurity company that puts security first; literally and without compromise. At KnowBe4, our AI-driven Human Risk Management platform empowers over 70,000 organizations worldwide to strengthen their security culture and transform their workforce from their biggest vulnerability into their strongest security asset. As the undisputed industry standard with unusually high customer retention rates and recognition as a Leader by G2 and TrustRadius, we're not just providing security awareness training - we're redefining what it means to be a trusted security partner in an increasingly complex threat landscape.

Our team values radical transparency, extreme ownership, and continuous professional development in a welcoming workplace that encourages all employees to be themselves. Whether working remotely or in-person, we strive to make every day fun and engaging; from team lunches to trivia competitions to local outings, there is always something exciting happening at KnowBe4.

Please submit your resume in English.

• To learn more about our team and office culture in Cape Town, South Africa visit the following links. 
• Careers Page: https://www.knowbe4.com/careers/locations/cape-town
• Glassdoor: https://www.glassdoor.com/Location/KnowBe4-Cape-Town-Location-EI_IE969384.0,7_IL.8,17_IC2653748.htm
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/knowbe4/life/southafrica/

This Snr. Software Engineer is responsible for developing new and exciting products for KnowBe4’s customers, alongside other engineers in a fast-paced, agile development environment.

Responsibilities:

• Develops software using the KnowBe4 Software Development Lifecycle and Agile Methodologies
• Recommends solutions to engineering problems
• Assist other team members by providing technical direction
• Defines approaches and solutions to complex technical problems
• Helps to translate KnowBe4's strategic goals into operational plans
• Provides coordination across functional boundaries
• May act as team lead for sub-projects

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS or equivalent plus 8 years experience
• MS or equivalent plus 3 years experience
• Ph.D. or equivalent plus 2 years experience
• Training in secure coding practices (preferred)
• Proficiency with Ruby on Rails in a production environment
• Experience with a JavaScript framework like React, Vue, Angular, or Svelte
• Experience with relational databases like PostgreSQL or MySQL.
• Familiarity with AWS services (Lambda, Dynamo, S3, SNS, SQS, ECS, OpenSearch)
• Strong understanding of Git and modern version control workflows
• Experience supporting and troubleshooting customer-facing web applications
• Effective communication skills with the ability to influence/collaborate with multiple teams to ensure there is no delay in new releases forecasted on the product roadmap
• Ability to quickly grasp new languages
• Experience with GraphQL is a plus
• Experience with AI is a plus
• Experience with Vue3 is a plus
• Experience with Flutter is a plus
• Experience with IaC scripts like terraform is a plus

Our Fantastic Benefits

We offer company-wide bonuses based on monthly sales targets, employee referral bonuses, adoption assistance, tuition reimbursement, certification reimbursement, certification completion bonuses, and a relaxed dress code - all in a modern, high-tech, and fun work environment. For more details about our benefits in each office location, please visit www.knowbe4.com/careers/benefits.

Note: An applicant assessment and background check may be part of your hiring procedure.

Individuals seeking employment at KnowBe4 are considered without prejudice to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please visit www.knowbe4.com/careers/request-accommodation.

No recruitment agencies, please.