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Vectra AI

Software Engineer II

Hybrid

Austin, United states

Junior

Full Time

23-02-2026

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Skills

Communication Leadership Python Test Networking Linux Databases git Software Development Unix/Linux

Job Specifications

Vectra® is the leader in AI-driven threat detection and response for hybrid and multi-cloud enterprises.

The Vectra AI Platform delivers integrated signal across public cloud, SaaS, identity, and data center networks in a single platform. Powered by patented Attack Signal Intelligence, it empowers security teams to rapidly prioritize, investigate and respond to the most advanced cyber-attacks. With 35 patents in AI-driven threat detection and the most vendor references in MITRE D3FEND, organizations worldwide rely on the Vectra AI to move at the speed and scale of hybrid attackers. For more information, visit www.vectra.ai.

Position Overview

The Vectra Engineering team is a small and constantly growing team of individuals. We look for people that are smart, very capable technically, and have fun solving the challenges that our customers face together as a team. We believe strongly that everyone can and should have significant impacts on the growth of the product as well as the company and our culture. We believe in using the right technology for each problem and building knowledge through mentorship and other things like peer code reviews. We're excited to find others to join the team that wants to work on an interesting product that solves real problems.

Location:

Austin, TX (Hybrid)

Responsibilities:

Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain our software
Translate product requirements and concepts into software designs and implementation taking scalability, performance, operational effort and cost into consideration
Provide technical leadership in addition to mentoring and encouraging other engineers
Take personal responsibility for the quality and maintainability of the product and actively identifies areas for improvement
Implement Python focused tooling (scripts, APIs) for both developers and product
Work with relational and non-relational databases to support data flow across the entire company
Ready to ask questions and dive headfirst into supporting and improving a complex technical stack

Requirements:

3+ years of professional experience in software design and delivery
3+ years Python experience
Unix/Linux proficiency
Extensive experience with debugging and critical code analysis
Proficiency in source code management tools; e.g. Git
Basic networking protocol knowledge
Knowledge of software design principles and leading software development practices
Strong communication & collaboration skills
Willingness to get things done, take initiative and challenge existing assumptions and conventions

Education:

BS or MS in Computer Science/Engineering (or equivalent experience)

We are not currently considering candidates that require sponsorship now or candidates that will require sponsorship in the future.

Our competitive total rewards package includes cash compensation within the range provided below. Actual pay for this position may vary based on the hired candidate's location, experience and relevant incumbent pay position. 

Vectra Total Rewards

$135,000—$158,000 USD

Vectra provides a comprehensive total rewards package that supports the financial, physical, mental and overall health of our employees and their families. Compensation includes competitive base pay, incentive plan eligibility, and participation in the employee equity plan (stock options). Specific benefits offered varies by location, but commonly include health care insurance, income protection / life insurance, access to retirement savings plans, behavioral & emotional wellness services, generous time away from work, and a comprehensive employee recognition program.

Vectra is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

About the Company

Vectra AI, Inc. is the cybersecurity AI company that protects modern networks from modern attacks. When modern cyber attackers bypass existing controls, evade detection and gain access to customers' data center, campus, remote work, identity, cloud, and IoT/OT environments, the Vectra AI Platform sees their every move, connects the dots in real-time, and stops them from becoming breaches. With 35 patents in AI security and the most vendor references in MITRE D3FEND, organizations worldwide rely on Vectra AI to see and stop a... Know more