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# Senior Software Engineer, Certificates Management

- **Company:** The Ladders
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $186,065 - $218,900
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Code Review, Computer Programming, Distributed Systems, Cryptographic Protocols, Public Key Infrastructure, Zero Trust Network Access, Software Engineering, Low Latency, Golang
- **Published:** November 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://arc.dev/remote-jobs/j/redirect/pwtttowux0

## About the Role

* 5+ years of software engineering experience in building highly available, distributed systems.
 * Expertise in Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and applied cryptography, including operating certificate authorities.
 * Strong programming skills in systems languages like Golang, Java, C++, or Rust, with a focus on Golang.
 * Experience managing Tier-0 infrastructure with a focus on resilience, security, and low latency.
 * Proven ability to lead technical strategy and architecture for large-scale projects, especially in regulatory contexts.
 * Familiarity with generative AI and its responsible application in engineering workflows.

## Description

This role will drive the design and execution of critical cryptographic infrastructure that supports secure, highly available systems at scale. You will own the technical direction for certificate lifecycle management and related security capabilities, with a strong emphasis on resilience, low latency, and regulatory rigor. The position partners closely with engineering peers and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver trusted infrastructure in a zero-trust environment., * Lead the architecture and execution of critical cryptographic infrastructure.

 * Define long-term technical strategies for novel cryptographic solutions.
 * Own and implement secure cryptographic protocols in a zero-trust environment.
 * Shape engineering quality practices and mentor senior engineers through rigorous code reviews.
 * Build alignment with cross-functional partners to ensure flawless execution of initiatives.