Senior Software Engineer (Data Privacy & AI)

Job Description

About the Company

Our client is a profitable Enterprise SaaS company specializing in data privacy governance, data security, consent management, and regulatory compliance solutions for enterprises. Their innovative patented Hybrid AI technology ensures seamless compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and other privacy regulations, while providing unified consent and preference management APIs for efficient data handling across multiple channels. With proven product-market fit and Fortune 100 customers, they're at the forefront of shaping the future of data privacy and AI-driven compliance.

The company leverages machine learning, text analytics, and data science at the right proportions, while using human experts in privacy and technology at the right stages of the workflow to fine-tune the output. Their platform helps brands engage consumers in a new way and manage data privacy across IoT devices, Apps, and Websites, in addition to traditional sales and marketing channels.

Company HQ: United States

Product: AI-powered privacy compliance and data governance platform (SaaS)

Office Location: Greenville, DE or Falls Church, VA 2-3 days per week (company-paid relocation available)

Start Date: As soon as possible

You'll be at the intersection of two of today's hottest tech trends: AI and data privacy. The data privacy management platform market is growing at a compound annual growth rate of 37.7%, and you'll be working with technologies that are genuinely making a difference in how enterprises protect customer data.

The Mission

Our client's mission is to contribute to a better society by advocating for proper data protection legislation, responsibly safeguarding customer data, preserving individual privacy rights, and enhancing trust between businesses and consumers through greater transparency. You'll play a critical role in driving the engineering vision and delivering impactful products that address evolving privacy and security challenges in an industry where trust continues to be a differentiator for business and an area of investment.

The Opportunity

As a Senior PHP Developer, you'll join a dynamic engineering team where you'll have a direct influence on the architecture and success of mission-critical privacy and data security products. We're offering a unique opportunity for an experienced engineer to advance into a Director of Engineering role within 18 months, while working on cutting-edge technology in a collaborative environment.

What You'll Do

Write high-quality code aligned with product requirements that actually protects people's privacy

Build web applications, RESTful APIs, and efficient algorithms that handle millions of privacy requests

Optimize application performance, security, and browser compatibility for enterprise-scale deployments

Lead feature implementation and redesign complex interfaces that make privacy compliance intuitive

Influence technical decisions to ensure quality, scalability, reliability, and security

Mentor and guide other engineers, fostering a culture of excellence and growth

Act as a client-facing technical leader during implementation phases with Fortune 100 companies

Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver on deadlines

What You Bring

Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science or related field (required)

Strong experience with LAMP/LEMP stack and Linux command line proficiency

Proven ability to build scalable, load-balanced web applications and APIs

Ability to be in a client-facing capacity as needed during the implementation phase

Startup or fast-paced environment experience with ability to manage multiple priorities

Ability to work from Greenville, DE or Falls Church, VA office 2-3 days per week (company-paid relocation available)

Preferred Technical Skills

Programming Languages: PHP, JavaScript, Python, Java

Frontend: ReactJS, JQuery, Bootstrap

Backend & API: RESTful APIs, AJAX, microservices architecture

Data Technologies: SQL, NoSQL (Cassandra, MongoDB), Big Data (Hadoop, Hive, HBase)

Performance & Messaging: Redis, RabbitMQ

Cloud & Containers: Docker, AWS, IaaS, PaaS, Elastic Search

DevOps Tools: Git, Bitbucket, third-party testing frameworks

Bonus Points: Security/privacy technologies (encryption, vulnerability assessment)

Bonus Points: Open-source contributions, hands-on AI algorithm experience

Key Success Drivers

Self-Direction: Strong self-discipline and self-motivation

Integrity: High ethical standards, honesty, and transparency

Adaptability: Comfort in a fast-changing, startup-like environment

Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with diverse team members

Leadership Mindset: Proactive leadership and collaborative approach

Why Join?

Compensation: $125,000-$155,000 annually (negotiable depending on experience)

Healthcare Coverage: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for employees; 50% for families

Retirement & Security: 401(k) plan with company match and company-paid life insurance

Relocation Support: Company-paid relocation if needed, visa transfer negotiable

Hybrid Flexibility: 2-3 days in-office, promoting real work-life balance

Time Off: 2 weeks paid vacation to recharge

Professional Growth: Tuition reimbursement for continued education and technical training

Career Advancement: Clear path to Director of Engineering role within 18 months

Technical Impact: Significant influence on architecture and engineering practices

Meaningful Work: Contribute to protecting individual privacy rights and enhancing consumer trust

Industry Leadership: Be part of a company processing 50 million privacy requests daily

Collaborative Team: Work alongside talented engineers in a supportive environment

Team Building: Regular company-paid events, celebrations, and dinners

Startup Energy: Fast-paced, innovative environment with multiple growth opportunities

Market Position: Proven success with Fortune 100 customers and established product-market fit

Growing Market: Data privacy management platform market growing at 37.7% CAGR

Interviewing Process

HR Screening - Initial conversation about the role and your background

Level 1: Phone interview with the Hiring Manager focusing on technical background and client communication skills

Level 2: On-site interview in the office with skills assessment

Reference and Background Checks: Conducted after successful interviews

Job Offer: Provided to the selected candidate

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Compensation Range: $125K - $155K

Full-time

Hybrid remote