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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Staff Software Engineer - **Company:** OneTrust - **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $165,000.0 - $247,500.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Software Debugging, Software Engineering, Web Services, Spring-boot, Information Technology, Restful APIs, Software Performance, Programming Languages, Microservices - **Published:** November 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/senior-staff-software-engineer-san-francisco-ca--0bcc286f-6e0c-4475-8f66-643828834159 ## About the Role Software Engineering, Automation, Regulations, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Software Engineering, Strategic Planning, Technical Leadership, Time Management, Mentoring, Debugging Tools, * High technical and/or technological competence * Strong documentation, analytical and problem-solving skills * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field * Minimum of 10+ years of hands-on experience with Java based development projects using RESTful APIs, SpringBoot, Micro services. * Strong analytical skills. * Good communication skills. * Excellent organizational and leadership skills * Proven experience in high-level programming languages, like Java. * Proven experience in software development methodologies. * Proven experience building complex web systems. Extra Awesome * Master''s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical or business field * Expertise with running web services at scale. For California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New York, Rhode Island, and Washington-based candidates: the annual base pay range for this role is listed below. Within this range, individual pay is determined by several factors, including location, job-related skills, work experience, and relevant education and/or training. This role may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, equity, and/or commissions, as well as benefits. ## Description OneTrust's mission is to enable innovation through the responsible use of data and AI. We believe that ensuring data is trusted shouldn't slow teams down-it should accelerate what's possible. This led us to develop the first technology platform for responsible data use in 2016. Today, with AI representing the latest and most impactful expansion of data yet, OneTrust is once again redefining what responsible innovation looks like. OneTrust, the AI-Ready Governance Platform, unifies regulatory intelligence, automation, and connected governance workflows so businesses can continue to move at the speed of AI while ensuring good governance to prevent data misuse at scale. Trusted by thousands of organizations worldwide, OneTrust is shaping the future where trusted data becomes a transformative force for business and society. The Challenge As Senior Staff Software Engineer develop strategic methods and principles to improve the technical stability and efficiency of the company''s products/services. You lead and influence several teams and initiatives. Your Mission * Has deep knowledge of entire system and can jump into code in any component and fire fight and contribute. * Makes decisions on product direction and internals based on deep subject matter knowledge. * Sets product direction and has ownership over large components. * Thinks both strategically and tactically, keeping in mind both technical goals and company goals. * Given long term strategic goals, can lay out a path across many versions. * Participates in and supports initiatives outside of main area of responsibility. * Provides technical leadership for projects including 3-4 individuals. * Builds strong relationships in their own team and across the company. * Understands multiple points of view and drives a process to conclusions in a timely and respectful manner. * Mentor others with high-level technical guidance. * Improve the company's technical prowess. * Put customers first and set strategic short-term targets. * Take up open-ended problems. * Designing, coding, and debugging software. * Improving the performance of existing software. * Providing training to other engineers. * Maintaining and upgrading existing software. * Recommending new technologies that can help increase productivity. * Supervising and overseeing the technical aspects of projects. * Investigating software-related complaints and making necessary adjustments to ensure optimal software performance. * Regularly attending team meetings to discuss projects, brainstorm ideas, and put forward solutions to any issues. * Work with testing team to develop performance test plans and cases. * Research and collect product information and support the development of specifications and requirements for consideration., When you join OneTrust you are stepping onto a launching pad - the countdown has begun. The destination? A career without boundaries working alongside a diverse and inclusive crew who is passionate about doing meaningful work. As a pioneer, your voice and expertise will help chart the direction of an entirely new category. Our commitment to putting people first starts with you. Your growth is part of the mission. Our goal is to give you the power to embark on the next phase of your uniquely, unique career.