Overview
Join Proton and build a better internet where privacy is the default. At Proton, we believe that privacy is a fundamental human right and the cornerstone of democracy. Since our inception in 2014, founded by a team of scientists from CERN, we have dedicated ourselves to providing free and open-source technology to millions worldwide, ensuring access to privacy, security, and freedom online. Our journey began with Proton Mail and has expanded to Proton VPN, Proton Calendar, Proton Drive, and Proton Pass. These tools empower individuals and organizations to take control of their personal data. Proton is a profitable company, supporting over 100 million user accounts with a growing team of over 500 people from over 50 countries. We value intelligence, learning potential, ambition, adaptability, and a flat structure to move fast. We are selective in our hiring and offer opportunities to work with leading minds in their fields.
Purpose of the role:
Storage is at the center of everything we do. We persist data using our Storage infrastructure, predominantly on-premise in multiple data centers. In this role you will join the Storage Dev team responsible for developing and maintaining all software in the Storage realm, including Storage APIs, Seaweed & Ceph contributions.
What you will do
* Be responsible for the operational excellence of the systems/features and their interaction with other systems.
* Work closely with a group of Back-End Engineers and Architects to build resilient, massively scalable solutions for millions of users.
* Collaborate with the SRE teams and other stakeholders to ensure that the Storage back-end meets critical business and reliability requirements.
* Document back-end capabilities and their proper use.
* Create technical designs and implement them to further develop the platform.
Job requirements
* Deep experience with back-end development (C++, Go, Rust, or PHP).
* Experience building complex production systems.
* Experience with profiling methods and tools.
* Experience leading a team initiative from discovery to production.
* Solid understanding of security best practices.
* High-level understanding of cryptography concepts.
* Experience with storage systems (e.g. Ceph, Seaweed or Tape).
* Operational experience such as SRE or on-call, demonstrating ability to diagnose and troubleshoot complex problems for critical systems.
Even if you don’t meet all the requirements listed above, please still apply if you feel you could be a great fit.
What We Offer
* Office First: Collaboration is easier in person, with offices in Geneva, Zurich, Prague, Barcelona, Paris, London, Vilnius, Skopje, and Taipei. You can also work from home up to 30% of the time, with core days in the office.
* Technology: We provide devices and software needed to excel in your role.
* Food: Lunch and snacks are provided daily at our offices.
* Transport: We support transport costs via subsidies for public transport, bike allowances, or parking based on location.
* Stock Options: You receive stock options when you join Proton.
* Flexible Working: You can define your own working hours as long as they align with team meetings.
* Learning and Development: Training programs, conferences, events, and continual learning opportunities.
* Employee Benefits: Health insurance, retirement savings options, vacation and leave policies, wellness programs.
* Work that Matters: Proton is community-first, funded by user subscriptions, with over 100 million supporters. Read more about our impact here.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We believe diversity drives innovation and strengthens our mission to provide privacy as a default for all. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered, with equal opportunities, open dialogue, and ongoing learning to ensure every voice is heard and respected.
If you need any extra support or reasonable adjustments during the hiring process, please let your talent partner know.
Candidate Privacy Notice
When you apply for a position, refer a candidate, or are considered for a role at Proton Technologies, your information is stored in Greenhouse in accordance with their Service Privacy Policy. This information is used to evaluate your suitability for the posted position and may be retained for future roles. If you have questions about how we use or manage your information, or if you wish to access, correct, or delete your data, please contact our privacy team at careers@proton.ch.
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