Software Engineer, Backend; Java, KeeperApp Remote
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listed on 2026-02-16
-
Software Development
Backend Developer, Cloud Engineer - Software
Software Engineer, Backend (Java, Keeper App)
Remote, US
OverviewKeeper Security is hiring a Senior Software Engineer to join the Keeper App backend team, focused on building and maintaining server-side systems that support one of Keeper’s core products. This is a 100% remote position with an opportunity to work a hybrid schedule for candidates based in the El Dorado Hills, CA or Chicago, IL metro area!
About KeeperKeeper Security is transforming cybersecurity for organizations around the world with next-generation privileged access management. Keeper’s zero-trust and zero-knowledge cybersecurity solutions are FedRAMP and State
RAMP Authorized, FIPS 140-2 validated, as well as SOC 2 and ISO 27001 certified. Keeper deploys in minutes, not months, and seamlessly integrates with any tech stack to prevent breaches, reduce help desk costs and ensure compliance. Trusted by thousands of organizations to protect every user on every device, Keeper is the industry leader for best-in-class password management, secrets management, privileged access, secure remote access and encrypted messaging.
Learn more at
As a Senior Software Engineer on the Keeper App team, you will design, develop, and maintain server-side services and APIs that support core application functionality. You will take ownership of backend components, influence implementation decisions, and contribute to long-term system maintainability. This role emphasizes problem solving, analytical thinking, and strong backend fundamentals. While the broader platform runs in AWS, this position focuses primarily on application-level backend development, not infrastructure ownership.
Responsibilities- Design and implement backend services and APIs using Java
- Write clean, maintainable, and efficient server-side code
- Implement and evolve business logic that supports core Keeper App functionality
- Work with MySQL to design schemas, write queries, and optimize performance
- Collaborate with senior engineers and product managers on feature design and implementation
- Participate in code reviews and contribute to backend engineering best practices
- Troubleshoot and resolve backend issues related to performance, correctness, and reliability
- Apply secure coding practices to protect sensitive data and services
- Contribute to Agile development workflows and iterative feature delivery
- 5+ years of professional experience in backend software development
- Strong experience with server-side Java
- Solid understanding of backend application architecture and APIs
- Experience working with MySQL or similar relational databases
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with Kotlin is a strong plus
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Must be a U.S. Person
- Benefits include Medical, Dental & Vision (inclusive of domestic partnerships), Employer Paid Life Insurance & Employee/Spouse/Child Supplemental life, Voluntary Short/Long Term Disability Insurance, 401K (Roth/Traditional), a generous PTO plan (including paid Bereavement/Jury Duty), and above market annual bonuses
Keeper Security, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and participant in the U.S. Federal E-Verify program. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Classification:
Exempt
This job description contains information about Keeper’s data practices during recruitment. For details, see Keeper’s Privacy Notice and related disclosures. If you become an employee, your rights regarding your employee record are governed by our internal Employee Privacy Notice and applicable laws.
#J-18808-Ljbffr(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).