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# Senior Open Source Engineer

- **Company:** Sysdig, Inc.
- **Location:** Badajoz, Spain
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Engineering, Computer Programming, Linux, Github, Open Source Technology, Rust (Programming Language), Kubernetes, Slack, Free and Open-Source Software, Golang
- **Published:** September 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.buscojobs.com.es/senior-open-source-engineer-en-badajoz-ID-372564741

## About the Role

Requisitos principales 5 years of experience as Software Engineer in cloud native or security domains
Solid programming skills in C/C++, Golang, Rust
Experience with Linux, eBPF, Containers, and Kubernetes
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Effective communication and collaboration skills
Contribution to open source projects
excellent communication
team collaboration
problem-solving
C/C++
Golang
Rust

## Description

OverviewJoin Sysdig to contribute to Falco and related open source projects, helping secure cloud-native applications. You will develop new tech, possibly become a maintainer, and assist users by fixing bugs and delivering releases. You'll engage with the community via Slack, GitHub, and conferences, while sharing knowledge through talks and blogs. This role sits at the intersection of security and OSS, offering impact at scale in a globally distributed, inclusive team.Compensaciones / Beneficios extra days offmental health support via Modern Health appgreat compensation packageResponsabilidades Develop and extend Falco OSS and related librariesPotentially maintain open source projectsHelp users adopt the tools and fix reported bugsHandle releases and automationEngage with the OSS community via Slack, GitHub; present at conferences and write blogsRequisitos principales 5 years of experience as Software Engineer in cloud native or security domainsSolid programming skills in C/C++, Golang, RustExperience with Linux, eBPF, Containers, and KubernetesStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesEffective communication and collaboration skillsContribution to open source projectsexcellent communicationteam collaborationproblem-solvingC/C++GolangRust


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